Door Mirror From Shekhawati - 19th Century Wine Jar Carved from a single solid

Carved from a single solid block of teak

A similar older example can be found in Unknown Masterpieces of Indian Folk & Tribal Art by S Aryan & B

Molten brass or bronze is then poured into the mould

Originally designed for a traditional pin-and-post system

Door Mirror From Shekhawati - 19th Century Wine Jar Carved from a single solidThis pretty carved mirror is made from an original Shekhawati roheda door frame with lacquer beading. Shekhawati is a desert region in Rajasthan well known for its excellent quality of Mughal carving. These door frames date to the 19th century and have been adapted and fitted with modern mirror glass. As they are reclaimed from buildings they're also environmentally friendly. This mirror is designed to be hung portrait and comes ready fitted with