Anglo-Indian Furniture

PRESENTING A LOVELY Vintage Indian Hand Embroidered Door Tapestry. Early 20th Century, circa 1920. Probably from Central India. Made of Cotton and hand stitched or embroidered wit...

An Anglo-Indian table top stationery cabinet, or secretary, in pale padouk wood with string inlay and bone decoration to front and sides, and two doors over two drawers with bone kno...

The board is nicely carved with Rajasthani designs at the rim, the sides and feet are covered with clad silver metal hammered with Moorish Raj designs. In good vintage condition. ...

PRESENTING a LOVELY 19C Anglo Indian Bombay MOP (Mother of Pearl) Sadeli Mosaic Trinket Box from circa 1875-85. Gorgeously detailed and hand-crafted ‘sadeli mosaic’ inlay, from the Bombay Area, with deep greens with silver, pewter, mother of pearl, bone and ebony in geometric patterns. The box case, is made of sandalwood but completely covered in MOP, bone, faux ivory, ebony and mosaic inlay. Edged with faux ivory and banded with a different pattern of sadeli mosaic. Some minor damage to the top (repair is obvious in pics) and ivorine replacements to some edging, but it still a BEAUTIFUL BOX and of real QUALITY! The mosaic work is FABULOUS! Box opens to reveal its original blue velvet lining. It sits on 4 (recently added) silvered button feet. SADELI MOSAIC: “Anglo Indian boxes were made in India for the English residents from the early part of the 18th century. They were brought back or sent back to England usually by the people who had commissioned them. From the beginning of the nineteenth century they were imported more commercially, although not in any significant numbers until the middle decades. They were very highly valued, especially the early ones, to the extent that the designs were copied on late 19th and early 20th century tins. The ancient art of Sadeli Mosaic is said to have been introduced from Shiraz in Persia via Sind to Bombay, a long time before the Anglo Indian boxes were made. It was a technique, which required a high degree of skill and patience. It was executed very lavishly, in that the frequent cuts wasted a great amount of the precious materials used. The workmanship was however more than commensurable to the value of the materials. Ivory, silver, pewter (or other metals), wood and horn were cut into faceted rods which were bound together to form geometric patterns. When the glue has set, the rods were sliced in transverse sections. This gave the maker a number of angled circular pieces in the original pattern. Several variations of patterns could be achieved by combining the materials in different ways. The ivory was sometimes dyed green to give an extra color. The mosaic pieces in a combination of patterns, often separated by ivory, ebony, horn or silver stringing were used to veneer sandalwood boxes. In the early boxes, which date from the turn of the 18th to the 19th century, there are large panels of mosaic covering tops and sides of boxes. It took incredible skill to cover such large areas without any shakes or wavering of the pattern. The corners and joins on these boxes are impeccably matched. The makers (reputed to be Persian) of Sadeli mosaic made in the first two decades of the 19th century displayed a total understanding of the qualities of the different materials they used. They combined substances, which can expand and contract according to atmospheric conditions with others, which are hard and unyielding. The result was a sharp definition of the lines and patterns, which made up the whole design. On the early boxes the designs look deceptively simple. The fact is, they emerged from a culture, which had mastered geometry and understood how to generate a pattern from a set number of points. The patterns are so harmoniously combined that their incredible complexity is not immediately apparent. The earliest Sadeli boxes...

Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Caned Etagere Side/ Lamp Table C.1890 Bobbin turned supports constructed in Padouk wood and cane. A b...

Amazing vintage Bollywood star silk sari custom designer beaded gown. Classy brocade blouse embroidered with pearl and metallic threads with extensive...

Transporting 19th century British colonial drawing on paper of a street scene in Bombay India capturing the hot, dusty mood of the day, executed in a distinctive Anglo Indian style. ...

Whimsical Anglo-Indian octagonal beveled mirror featuring a hand-hammered silver toned repoussé metal work. The mirror has a black lacquered wood frame decorated with a repoussé faci...

This elegant side table with three elephant head legs, originating from East Indian craftsmanship in the 1920s, is a captivating blend of elegance and exotic flair. Crafted from sturdy hardwood, this table features three intricately carved elephant head legs, each exuding a sense of regal majesty and cultural significance. The tabletop boasts a smooth finish, providing a perfect surface for displaying decorative items or holding everyday essentials. With its unique design inspired by the rich traditions of Anglo Indian furniture...

A well patinated bronze figure, representing an American Indian, wearing a draped headdress, robe and a pendant hooped earring. Signed to the plinth 'A.Tossaint 1850', and the foundr...

An antique 'all-over' tortoise pattern bamboo side table from South Asia. A distinctive and soulful piece that is well crafted. The 'tortoised bamboo' in furniture is sought after, y...

This is a pair of Anglo-Indian inlaid side tables or stools. The upholstery is a woven textile and is vintage with no holes. The body is wood...

An antique Indonesian hand carved teak wall mirror with openwork and mortise and pegged construction featuring an epic crest of a large bird with serpents on either side. Mirror view...

Vintage Anglo-Indian table crafted in rosewood with a tray on top masterfully hand carved and inlaid with delicate floral designs in brass. Nice Anglo-Indian rosewood inlaid tray table, intricately hand-carved and inlaid with brass. Anglo Indian butlers-style brass inlaid wooden traveling tea...

Stunning Boho Chic handwoven vintage Beige and black peacock chair from the 1970s. Please note the details and different techniques in this chair....

Mughal Rajasthani Black Marble Inlay Pietra Dura Table Top India. This is an exceptional handcrafted Mughal Rajasthani black marble Pietra Dura inlay table top, featuring the same intricate craftsmanship seen in the Taj Mahal. The table showcases the traditional Indian art of Parchin Kari (Pietra Dura), where semi-precious stones like lapis lazuli, cornelian, and agate are meticulously inlaid into a marble surface, creating stunning floral and geometric patterns. Handcrafted Mughal Rajasthani Black Marble Pietra Dura Table Top, India. This stunning table top features intricate Mughal-style Pietra Dura inlay work, showcasing the artistry found in the Taj Mahal. Skilled artisans meticulously inlay semi-precious stones like lapis lazuli, carnelian, malachite, and agate into black marble, creating beautiful floral and geometric patterns. The technique, known as Parchin Kari, involves engraving grooves in the marble and filling them with precisely cut stones, each piece hand-shaped and polished to perfection. This vintage, octagonal marble table top from Rajasthan, India, blends traditional craftsmanship with vibrant colors, making it an exquisite decorative piece. The combination of lapis lazuli, jade, turquoise, jasper, and carnelian adds a rich depth to the design. This piece can also be used as a tray or accent table, making it a versatile addition to any space. This is a spectacular very fine Pietra Dura inlay black marble in an octagonal shape with wonderful colors and quality craftsmanship. This beautiful handcrafted marble inlay table...

Exotic Anglo-Indian Patinated Repoused Brass Oil Lamp with Alligator Handles, Now Electrified  An exquisite Exotic Anglo-Indian Patinated Repoussé Brass Oil Lamp, now electrified. M...

originally used as traveling tea tables for the British in India; the octagonal top with central eight-pointed star medallion surrounded by floral and foliate motifs within a foliate...

Sideboard from the Philippines, often confused with Anglo Indian,crafted in rosewood with classic practical form having two drawers with brass hardware, geometric bone inlays, and lo...

Presenting an absolutely stunning 19c Anglo Ceylonese sewing box of museum quality. Made in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) circa 1860, this is one of the finest sewing boxes of it’s kind that we have ever seen! The box is made from coromandel wood (an exotic hardwood found in Ceylon) and has a serpentine edging all over the front, back and sides. Very often the lids/tops of these boxes suffer cracks due to shrinkage but this one is near perfect with no crack in the lid/top. There is some evidence of natural shrinkage but that is around the edges of the lid/top. It is when you open this box that it reveals it’s true beauty, quality and treasure ! The inside of the lid/top is heavily and beautifully decorated with inlaid bone in scrolling floral patterns which have then been hand painted with red and black ‘lac’ ink. The central medallion is a circle of inlaid specimen exotic hardwoods radiating towards a central bone and hand painted flower. The circle is edged in bone, wood and silver chevrons. What makes this box Exceptionally rare is that it contains 3 lift out base sections. Normally, there would be a maximum of 2. The first tray/section is clearly for the purposes ancillary to sewing with a pair of sections with bone spools for thread etc. There are 17 other lidded compartments with each one highly decorated using hand painted bone and specimen woods to replicate tortoiseshell. The first tray lifts out to reveal a second removeable tray which is made up of a pair of open sections and 8 specimen wood lidded sections each with chevron banding. The third tray is a smaller tray underneath with 14 lidded compartments each with hand painted bone and specimen wood inlaid lids again, replicating the look of tortoiseshell. Again they are banded with a chevron border. This is a museum quality piece ! It is in fantastic condition for it’s age with the minor shrinkage to the edges of the lid/top, some finger pulls missing and some very minor cracks to the tray lids and bases but nothing that in any way detracts from the piece. No key. Dimensions: Closed the box is 16.75 inches wide, 11.25 inches deep and 7.5 inches high Fully open the box is 16.5 inches high, 16.75 inches wide and 11.4 inches deep Anglo-Indian and ceylonese boxes: Anglo Indian boxes were made in India for the English residents from the early part of the 18th century. They were brought back or sent back to England usually by the people who had commissioned them. From the beginning of the nineteenth century they were imported more commercially, although not in any significant numbers until the middle decades. They were very highly valued, especially the early ones, to the extent that the designs were copied on late 19th and early 20th century tins. Anglo-Indian boxes normally consist of 3 main types:- (1) Most of the best and highest quality Anglo-Indian boxes in the 18th and 19th centuries were made in Vizagapatam, India, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship in using ivory and tortoiseshell and lac decoration. These are referred to as ‘Vizagapatam Boxes...

Standout vintage Anglo Indian server or bar crafted in indigenous hardwood with an ebonized finish featuring drop leaves, turned legs, three trays and floral bone inlays throughout. Closed depth is 18...

Antique 19th Century square coffee table created in India of sheesham wood. This coffee table is crafted with rectangular plank top accented with metal stud nailheads, resting on fou...

Large Mural sized hindu painting on silk cloth. Measures: 44.5 x 76 x 1.5. Framed in a Gilt wood frame.

A wonderfully evocative hand-forged iron chest or keepsake box, richly detailed with engraved floral motifs and a substantial carrying handle. The robust construction and decorative ...

Vizagapatam box, India, 19th century. This highly decorative and unusual Anglo-Indian table box features rustic workmanship that adds to the character and charm of this unique Sout...

Elevate your home with House of Jaipur's exquisite black four drawer inlay chest—a stunning addition that seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Adorned with intricate foliate motifs patterns, this dresser showcases the artistry of traditional bone inlay, honouring the ancient craft of decorated furniture. Finished with sleek bone knobs, it exudes a contemporary charm while retaining its classic allure. How It’s Made: Handcrafted with meticulous care, each piece is a true masterpiece, created through a traditional inlay process. It features over 2,000 small pieces of bone, carefully shaped into leaf or custom patterns. Each piece is precisely glued onto the surface to form the intricate design, followed by the application of color to enhance its beauty. Handcrafted in India by the artisans of House of Jaipur. For added safety during transit, we pack the knobs separately, ensuring your chest arrives in pristine condition. Indulge in luxury and elevate your space with our bone inlay chest...

A vanity straight out the British Raj in Art Nouveau fashion. Solidly constructed from teak wood with hand carved scrolling legs and original bevel mirror and brass hardware. Nice pa...

19th century Anglo-Indian sandal wood box, Sadeli mosaic box fitted with various compartments finely hand-carved with the Taj Mahal. Of sarcophagus form ...

PRESENTING A BEAUTIFUL and RARE 19C Anglo Ceylonese Specimen Wood Trinket Box. Made in ‘Galle’, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) circa 1860-80. Made for the ex...

This collection takes its lead from the tribal villages of Hazaribagh in Northeastern India, where the walls of the villages’ mud homes are decorated with rambling, figurative murals...

Pair of intriguing 18th Century Indo Persian gouache paintings on paper of Indian culture. Presented under glass in silver tone wood frames.

A charming early patinated metal oil lamp, India, 19th century or earlier. Most likely originating in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, richly cast using the renowned ancient b...

A 20th century pichwai painting, made on cloth, depicting a tale from Lord Krishna's life. Painted on cloth, it shows Shrinathji wearing festive clothes and jewelry with Gopis on bot...

An amazing South East Asian faux bamboo storage cabinet in teak with an arrangement of twelve large drawers. Each of the deep well made drawers have weathered hard wood block veneer...

Nest of 4 Tables, in Carved Teak This is a very attractive set of tables, each one slightly different with a beautiful pierced border and a ribbon waved edg...

Neither money or effort was spared in making this elegant temple doors. All materials for the door and the artisans were hand picked for this divine project. This door comes from a t...

A weathered two-panel South Asian teakwood temple or haveli door, mostly likely from India or Indonesia. The piece features exuberant hand-carved high-relief foliate ornamentation an...

19th century Anglo-Indian jackwood and ebony cabinet. Dutch colonial era from Ceylon. Two part cabinet resting on ebonized base (3 parts).

A rare Regency Campaign Chest with Desk, and six drawers for storage. Marked, Liverpool, 1811, on Metal Label. The Mahogany wood is Beautif...

A black marble vase, hand-carved in India, circa 1960. 18 inches tall, 7.5 inches diameter. Fluted neck. Clean, simple, elegant lines. Very smooth marble, with no large veining. ...

Elevate your home with House of Jaipur's exquisite black mother of pearl four - drawer inlay chest—a stunning addition that seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Adorned with intricate foliate motifs patterns, this dresser showcases the artistry of traditional mother of pearl inlay, honouring the ancient craft of decorated furniture. Finished with sleek glass knobs, it exudes a contemporary charm while retaining its classic allure How It’s Made: Handcrafted with meticulous care, each piece is a true masterpiece, created through a traditional inlay process. It features over 2,000 small pieces of mother of pearl, carefully shaped into leaf or custom patterns. Each piece is precisely glued onto the surface to form the intricate design, followed by the application of color to enhance its beauty. Handcrafted in India by the artisans of House of Jaipur. For added safety during transit, we pack the legs and knobs separately, ensuring your chest arrives in pristine condition. Indulge in luxury and elevate your space with our mother of pearl inlay chest...

One of our most interesting finds to date. This is a 33 foot Khotan runner with repeating diamond motifs in earth-tone hues surrounded by thin multi-band borders with several beautif...

A rare and unusual antique Anglo Indian carved side table, circa 1900. The table of a rare form & raised on six heavily carved legs in an orga...

A teak folding table, featuring a minimalistic design with clean lines. This charming and versatile piece combines functionality and quality.

Vintage South Asian hand hammered brass plate/charger - fine chasing and detail - unsigned - India - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - hand made - minor polish residue...

A tall, baluster-form table lamp richly decorated in the Kashmiri naqashi tradition. The standard is executed in lacquered papier-mâché (over a turned core), hand-painted with dense ...

Fabulous and large rosewood and teak fitted letter writing box with brass inlay. Numerous cubbies with lids for various items. Slotted back panel fo...

Just in, this wonderful hand crafted Wood Pear Box by Maitland Smith. Large as it stands at about 15" H. Beautiful walnut color wood with a gilt metal stem. Very good vintage conditi...

Stunning Boho Chic handwoven vintage Beige Wingback peacock chair from the 1970s. Made out of Bamboo Wicker, Rattan and split reed handmade and handwoven seat. Gold Foil Label at the...

An impressive antique Indian zardozi patchwork textile hanging, probably Rajasthan or Gujarat, assembled from richly worked ceremonial, sari, or garment textile fragments and mounted...

A vintage twin light lamp table in fine brass with barley twist top and lower supports and round brass table. Mounted on a raised circular base. Lacking a shade. With great weight an...

Standout pair of British colonial style Anglo Indian cabinet stands crafted in mahogany with paneled top, sides and front, campaign brass hardware, hinged doors open to plenty of sto...

Hand-carved rosewood, mid 19th century. Free shipping within the United States and Canada.

A rare and most impressive antique Burmese hand-carved hardwood side table. circa 1880 Exquisitely hand-crafted in Burma (present day Myanm...

Cast Brass Engraved Brazier Box with Pierced Charcoal Tray, North India, Late 19th Century Dimensions: Consisting of Two Pieces: the Box and the Removable Tray Box: 10.5” W to handl...

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite McGuire style leopard print rattan dining chairs set. Excellent joinery with rawhide leather seats la...

This magnificent building facade was once part of a grand mansion in Gujarat, India. It is entirely made from Teakwood, which is highly resistant to in...

An Indian carved and brass inlaid wooden lamp. An open top ribbed glass globe in white is supported on a highly decorative wooden box. Finely carved and pierced with leaves and berri...

19th Century Anglo- Indian Engraved & Jeweled Bronze Cobra Candlestick India, Circa 1890 One the finest examples of late 19th century Anglo- Indian bronze cobra candlesticks, ma...

Antique architectural salvage / reclaimed ornamental Temple ceiling mounts. Made of teak featuring a carved floral design with pedestal base and beveled glass top. Dimensions: 34" ...