Bobbin Shelf from Gujarat - 19thC Style - Ginger Jar Glazed Cabinet - Catalpa -

Glazed Cabinet - Catalpa - 19thC from the port city of Tianjin & surrounding areas in North China

which has been highly polished

These chairs were known as officials hat chairs because the shape of the back was reminiscent of an officials hatThey are usually made from elm or red elm

Slaked lime (chunnam) paste is commonly added to bind the leaves

Suitable for a plant pot if used with a plastic flowerpot and tray

Bobbin Shelf from Gujarat - 19thC Style - Ginger Jar Glazed Cabinet - Catalpa -This pretty bobbin shelf would have been custom made for a wealthy Gujarati family. It dates from the mid 19thC & is made from Teak wood. From India 90 x 35 x 120 (w x d x h cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 40 More delivery options available on checkout