Indian Folk Art

Have you ever wished your floors could tell a vibrant tale? presents a modern marvel, hand-tufted and meticulously crafted in rural India. A bold celebration of personalities, this h...

Like a modern masterpiece painted on the canvas of rural India, this handmade rug from brings nature's embrace into your space. Its flat weaves and geometric patterns, reminiscent of...

Have you ever gazed into the heart of a seashell, captivated by its spiraling form and the secrets it holds? This contemporary rug, with its exquisite micro-tufted design, embodies t...

Have you ever longed to bring the enchanting hues and architectural wonders of Jaipur into your living space? The Jaipur Wunderkammer Collection by Matteo Cibic for captures the spir...

What if the vibrant hues of stained-glass and the mesmerizing patterns of kaleidoscopes were captured in a rug? Behold, this modern marvel crafted by skilled artisans in rural India....

This lush forest inspired hand knotted rug from our Inde Rose is a masterpiece that effortlessly combines modern design with artisanal craftsmanship. This rectangular rug features a ...

What whispers of modern elegance and timeless sophistication does this hand-loom rug by evoke? Crafted with precision and passion, each thread intertwines to create a masterpiece of ...

An exquisite creation from our Azalea collection which is hand woven by traditional artisans of India. This rug is not just a carpet, it's an exquisite tapestry that weaves together ...

Have you ever envisioned your living space as an eclectic canvas of personalities? Our modern, hand-tufted rug, meticulously crafted in rural India, celebrates diverse characters. Ha...

Like a canvas of modern art unfurling underfoot, this hand-tufted rug from rural India is an ode to individuality. A symphony of shifting planes and soft geometry, it's akin to origa...

What happens when simplicity meets sophistication? Enter the modern allure of this hand-loomed rug. Crafted with precision and passion, it embodies elegance in every thread. Designed...

Dive into the regal allure of this handcrafted beauty from our Savana collection. This hand knotted carpet introduces an indigo-blue symphony seamlessly blended with castlerock hues,...

Impressive antique carved Indian double doors, Made of solid wood and metal with intricate bronze detailed. Absolutely stunning carved wood. It could be used as a garden gate or as a...

Exceptional pair of Earrings in Rock Crystal from the Naga Tribe in India,great shine and color of the Crystal, very decorative objects to put in your Cabinet de Curiosites

A pair of late 19th Century polychrome painted wooden Indian figures. It’s likely that these figures were brought back to Britain from India as ...

Hand-sewn black leather stuffed elephant figurine toy. He will make a wonderful gift for anyone who loves elephants. In the style of Dimitri Omersa'...

An antique carved hardwood statue depicting a goddes with child on her arm The statue has a very rich aged using patina and traces This statue is dating from the 18th century but pro...

A charming pair of antique Indian teak "dog gates" with iron bars from the early 20th century that were skillfully repainted at some point with elephant and l...

Antique late 19th Century Indian Kalighat natural pigment watercolor painting of Krishna milking a cow under a Pipal tree. The cow is smiling at Krishna, with divine love. The cosmic dance of life represented in a symbolic message within the painting. Framed in gold painted carved wood frame under glass. Origins of Kalighat painting According to legend, Lord Shiva, the god of dance and destruction, was deep in meditation on Mount Kailash when he received news of the death of his consort, Sati, an avatar (or human manifestation) of the goddess Kali. He wandered for days with her body draped across his shoulders and his inconsolable grief threatened to ruin the earth. Lord Vishnu, the Preserver, was called upon to intervene. To relieve Shiva's burden, he shattered Sati's body into 51 pieces. The little toe of Sati's right foot was said to have fallen at the site of the Hooghly River...

This beweled dressing mirror will make a wonderful addition to an eastern style room, with gold painted trim, jewels, and pressed tin, it is highly decorated and sits on four ball feet.

A monumental Hindu Nandi temple gate-guardian architectural ornament, born in India, dating to the 19th century, hand carved and painted, richly detailed, polychrome decorated, the wooden sculpture depicting Nandi, a sacred bull, gatekeeper, and vahana religious deity figure. Provenance: Acquired from The Neiman Marcus Corporate Art Collection. Details below. Dimensions: (approx) 49.5" x 43" x 12" An important religious folk art work, the Nandi is of carved wood and gessoed cloth, then hand-painted. In Hindu religion, Nandi is the mythical mount of Shiva. The four legs represent truth, righteousness, peace and love. More than a means of conveyance, Nandi is considered Shiva's constant companion on all his travels, so much so that in any temple dedicated to Shiva, there is a sculpture of Nandi. This symbol is a deity in its own right, and in India there are temples dedicated exclusively to Nandi. In Hindu symbolism, the bull represents both strength and ignorance. The white or light color of the bull symbolizes purity and justice. Symbolically, the seated Nandi towards sanctum in Shiva temples, represents an individual jiva (soul) and the message that the jiva should always be focused on the Parameshwara. From the yogic perspective, Nandi is the mind dedicated to Shiva, the absolute. In other words, to understand and absorb light, the experience, and the wisdom is Nandi, which is the guru within. The fact that Shiva uses it as a mount symbolizes how this divine figure removes ignorance while instilling strength and wisdom. A superb example, the life size work is in great overall shape, and presents wonderfully, having beautifully aged patina over the whole, highly desirable original, worn, rustic, naturally distressed, chippy paint, craquelure finish, that's delicate, and enhances the artistic antique character and rich historic depth. Detailed Condition Report: Fragile / delicate by design. Loss to one ear, age related checking and separation to carvings, fabric to hind quarters is released and tattered with minor loss, rubbing to paint throughout with wear indicative of age and use; later grey painted mounting blocks are attached to back and hooves. White glove in-home shipping/delivery available. Pickup available near Dallas, Texas Additional Provenance: Property from the Neiman Marcus Collection. Acquired from Heritage Auction, Design District Gallery, Dallas, Texas. From The Dallas Morning Newspaper; April 12th, 2021 Neiman Marcus is selling some of its history and valuables that have been displayed and stored for decades as part of the luxury retailer’s corporate art collection. The Neiman Marcus corporate art collection dates back to 1951, when Stanley Marcus (1905-2002), a life long avid art collector, purchased Mariposa, a large mobile by Alexander Calder and started a long tradition of buying original artwork for new stores as they opened. The Mariposa sold at a Sotheby’s auction last month fetching $18.2 million. The items are being offered through Sotheby's auction house, NYC, New York and Heritage Auction, Dallas, Texas. Many of the pieces were personally collected by Stanley Marcus from the 1960s through the 1980s. Some of the pieces are from corporate spaces, stores and the company’s archives, among the items are important antique textiles, tribal robes...

Early 20th Century Brass & Iron Jeweler's Torch, Karnataka, South India Experience the history and craftsmanship of South India with this early 20th Century brass & iron jeweler's t...

Antique carved and decorated ship's figurehead, circa 1890, depicting a regal bird with a beak. The sculpture is in original paint. Although there has been much paint loss and age cr...

Colorful patchwork textile with 20 intricate squares, handmade from India. Use as wall hanging, bedspread or throw.

Embrace the allure of simplicity with our Flatweave rug, a masterpiece of minimalism. From unembellished patterns to subtle gradients, its design exudes sophistication. The light sil...

Immerse your space in modern elegance with the handloom rug, a masterpiece crafted in the heart of rural India. Unveiling the intricate patterns inspired ...

Like a vibrant tapestry of urban landscapes, this modern hand-tufted rug, meticulously crafted in rural India by skilled artisans, is a testament to contemporary elegance. With a gro...

Embark on a visual journey akin to the gradual decline of civilizations with our hand-knotted rug, an ode to modern design. The patterns within this masterpiece create a sense of dis...

Antique Indian Hindu Silver Amulet necklace Period 19th century High grade silver Pendant Length 8 x 6 cm weight 60 grams Condition: Fine. Restrung on cotton.

Small bronze serene standing figure, a Hindu God, lost wax casting. 19th Century. 1 1/2" x 1" x 3 3/4" H. Whitehall Antiques is a family business that has b...

Traditional torque or Hansuli silvered necklace choker from Lambadi or Banjara and Sugali People, Andhra Pradesh, India.t India, circa 1940. Fabulous vi...

Amazing vintage Moorish Middle Eastern gold and red leather embroidered shoes. Ceremonial Royal leather wedding slippers, embroidered with gold thread. Aladdin, Ali Baba Arabic geni...

Bonda people, Orissa, early 20th century The Bonda people are an indigenous tribal group predominantly found in the hilly areas of Malkangiri district in Odisha (Orissa), India. Recognized as one of the oldest and most traditional tribes in the country, they are often regarded as part of the "Adivasi," or the original inhabitants of the region. Bonda women are renowned for their distinctive traditional attire and adornments. They wear a minimal garment called nala around their waist and embellish themselves with heavy jewelry crafted from beads, metal, and coins. Their hair is typically styled into a bun and covered with a beaded headpiece...

A pair of antique Indian hand-painted figural brass head religious sculptures. Hand-crafted in the Maharashtra or Karnataka region of India in the late 19th / early 20th century, d...

Pair Antique 19th Century Indian Miniature Mica Paintings C.1830 Indian Company School A pair of 19th Century Indian mica gouache paintings on mica. Depicting the water carrier and of a Purdah bullock...

Wooden Mask, Karnataka, India, Mid-20th Century Carved wood with fur and pigment decoration.  

Late 19th to early 20th century tribal wood paduka sandals, India A sculptural pair of Indian paduka (khadau chappals) sandals with a simple scale pattern and nice encrusted patin...

A beautiful, intricately detailed, and boldly colored South Indian miniature painting of village life in Rajasthan, India. These paintings are also known as Rajput paintings and/or Rajasthani...

This is an antique ghee serving jug. An Indian, hardwood tribal libation cup or decorative candle nozzle, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. Fascinatingly naive treen...

Man’s Ceremonial Headdress Naga people, Northeast India Probably 19th century Cane, yellow orchard fiber, dyed goat hair plume A handwritten...

This is an antique hand carved pouring dish. An Indian, hardwood serving pot, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Eye-catching tribal appeal to the naive carved fini...

This strikingly coloured Phulkari is from Punjab, India. It was hand-crafted from silk and cotton, with silk being used for the embroidery. Phulkari’s are a form of wedding shawl and...

Splendidly intricately hand carved large wooden heavyweight printing block from Asia Traditionally used for hand held block printing ink or dye to textiles and paper Fully function...

This striking brass plaque depicts Virabhadra, a personification of the god Shiva, created by him to fight in his quarrel with Daksha. Here with 4 arms and hands, Virabhadra holds a ...

A Finely Carved Gandhara Head of ‘Atlas’ Grey schist India 3rd - 4th Centuries AD SIZE: 19cm high, 11cm wide, 12.5cm deep - 7½ ins high, 4¼ ins wide, 5 ...

This 6 x 9 hand-tufted wool and viscose rug from Jaipur Rugs features a mesmerizing blend of peacock blue and white, evoking a sense of tranquility and sophistication. The artistic f...

Ever wondered what moonlight dancing on the Capri coast would look like? Imagine the soft, uneven glow, the gentle fade from cerulean to inky blue. Now, translate that vision onto a ...

Vintage Indian block printed textiles from the 1940s-1960s have been sewn together in colorful patches with rows of running stitch embellish...

A beautiful hand painted portrait of an elephant in full Indian wedding regalia. The animal is shown mid-stride and is covered in a green, red, and gold cloth. A blue and gold styliz...

Ganesh, 2024 Grant Garmezy in collaboration with Evan Schauss for Rural Modern Glass Studio using the technique of Hot Glass Sculpting As the first art-glass studio and one-of-a-kin...

Collection of 3 South Asian Antique Architectural Fragments on Stands Anonymous Southern Asia, probably India; first-half of the 20th c...

Midcentury handwoven multi-color cotton Dhurrie tribal rug with deer designs on each end. Hand knotted with fringe, Rajasthan, India, circa 1940s-1950s.

Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper. A young prince is seated in a palace courtyard under a canopy receiving a party of noblemen. His ministers stand behind him, wearing peaked turbans with floral patterns, their gestures conveying their welcoming demeanor towards the noblemen. The guests are wearing red and blue turbans...

Filmmaking is a reflection of the culture it arises from, and Bollywood cinema has been forever intertwined with the Indian identity. The posters from the 1970s, especially the 1975 Alakh Niranjan, resonate with a formative period in the evolution of Bollywood, where the socio-political landscape was continuously shaping the narratives portrayed on screen. The film industry began to explore more complex character representations, especially those of women by integrating them as central figures. During this period, Bollywood began to solidify its role as a cultural touchstone that mirrored the aspirations and anxieties of Indian society. The presence of the panther that the actress holds on a leash is not only a stylistic choice; it reflects themes of power, dominance, and the connection between nature and human emotion, frequently explored in the films of that era. In Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma today), Alakh Niranjan is a term commonly used to refer to the Creator. It is also referenced to describe the qualities of both God and the Self, known as the Atman. The word Alakh translates to “that which cannot be perceived or seen,” while Niranjan means “free from blemishes or impurities.” Similar to Ghanaian horror posters that reflect the unique cultural fears and narratives of their society, Bollywood posters...

18th century poly-chrome statue depicting Hindu Deity. This 18th century statue is made of painted clay, plaster and wood.

Stylish and whimsy, this sculptural wall mirror will add style and fun to your décor. Ideal for that unique touch of style in those unexpected areas of your home. Bohemian and glamou...

This 8' x 10' hand-tufted Jaipur wool rug brings timeless charm with its rich green palette and intricate floral pattern. Crafted by artisans using high-quality wool, the rug boasts ...

This strikingly coloured Phulkari is from Punjab, India. It was hand-crafted from silk and cotton, with silk being used for the embroidery. Phulkari’s are a form of wedding shawl and...