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Place of Origin: South Asian
Complete Set of Pink Cloth Napkins and Faux Bamboo Brass Place Setting Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Make hosting and entertaining easy, with a vintage British Colonial style place setting. Over a year in the making, we’ve sourced hundreds of table settings from all over the globe and paired our favorites in a set. (See our other listings for more beauties in an array of different colors, styles and place settings from 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 and 16.)
This set features a faux bamboo brass charger from India. It does have a slight patina to it, which makes it look even more storied. We’ve had these custom cloth napkins created just for this set. We’ve brought over this fabulous pink block print fabric from India and created 4 16” x 16” cloth dinner napkins...
Category
20th Century British Colonial South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Brass
$560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Faux Malachite Leather Decorative Indian Maharaja Box
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful unique Indian motif box with a lid. This piece would be fantastic for storing cigars, tv remotes, or miscellaneous items on a dresser or coffee table. The top of the box ...
Category
20th Century Folk Art South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather, Paint
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Arjumand Aruba Blue & Jasper 240x300 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Introduce yourself to a realm of romance, artistry, and cultural fusion with Arjumand, a mesmerizing rug from the Majnun Collection crafted by Pavitra Rajaram. Drawing inspiration fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Brass Indian Temple Toy on Wheels
By Rajhastani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large sized (13" height) Indian temple toy. Camel with rider. Very rare to see this size.
India is famous for its brass and copper metal craftsmanship. It ...
Category
Early 20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$790 Sale Price
50% Off
Hand-Knotted Wool Rug in Royal Gold and Sunflower, Contemporary Textural Design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This 8' x 10' Jaipur wool rug in royal gold and sunflower is a radiant addition to any space, crafted by skilled artisans with a contemporary textural design. The rich gold tones evo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Wilderness Symphony Light Coral & Burnt Brick 150x240 cm Flatweave Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Curious about how to infuse modern elegance into your space? Meet our handwoven flat weave rug, meticulously crafted in rural India. Inspired by nature, its geometric motifs and eart...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Jute
Antique Cotton Dhurrie Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...
Category
Early 20th Century Agra South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Transcendent Culture Fusion Dark Amber Gold & White 180x270 cm Handtufted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
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....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Pair Antique 19th Century Indian Miniature Mica Paintings C.1830
Located in London, GB
Pair Antique 19th Century Indian miniature Mica paintings C.1830
Indian Company School
A pair of 19th Century Indian gouache paintings on mica.
M...
Category
19th Century Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Hand-Knotted Wool Rug in Dark Ivory and Medium Caramel, transitional design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This 8' x 10' hand-knotted wool rug from Jaipur Rugs features a luxurious blend of dark ivory and medium caramel tones, creating a warm, sophisticated look. Its timeless geometric pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colonial Revival South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Antique Carved and Decorated Ship's Figurehead
Located in Sheffield, MA
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...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$3,245 Sale Price
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Old Himalayan Folk art WEST NEPAL TRIBAL Antiques Interior desig
Located in London, GB
WEST NEPAL TRIBAL Mask
A OLD MASK WITH ENIGMATIC PIERCING GAZE,
SUPERB AGED PATINA,
PERIOD early 20th CENTURY,
HEIGHT 32 CM
Category
Early 20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Weathered Old Tribal Squatting Spring Figure, Nepal, Early 20th Century praying
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Old weathered tribal squatting spring figure with hands raised in namaste position, traces of clay and incrustation, expressive carved open mouth and eyes. These were protective figu...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$1,296 Sale Price
35% Off
Maximalist Mosaic Surf Green & Surf Green 240X360 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This hand-knotted rug, a captivating creation from the Inde Rose collection by Vinita Chaitanya, is a maximalist symphony of shapes, prints, and textures. Inspired by the arches of J...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Silk
White Sapphire Buddha Head – 1.275 Carats
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite White Sapphire Buddha head sculpture from India embodies serenity and elegance. Carved with exceptional precision, the crystal-clear bri...
Category
2010s South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Crystal
$56,250 Sale Price
25% Off
Bahaar Peach dust & Amethyst 150x240 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Shift your focus away from the chase and embrace the sheer joy of nature with Bahaar, a standout from the Majnun Collection designed by Pavitra Rajaram. Departing from the convention...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
embroidered table cloth
Located in Brecht, BE
a lovely hand-embroidered table cloth, 200 x 200 cm ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
$3,354
Antique Persian Afshar Tribal Rug Hand-Knotted Wool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Hand-Knotted Wool
This vintage Persian Afshar tribal rug, handwoven in Iran, showcases a striking geometric medallion design with i...
Category
1920s Tribal Vintage South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Vintage Wooden Indian Toy Horse on Wheels
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage wooden Indian toy horse on wheels, circa 1970s. The piece has a latch in the front that allows you to rotate the top portion open to a hidden sto...
Category
Mid-20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Antique Painted Indian Dog Gates Wall Hanging
Located in Centennial, CO
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...
Category
1920s Folk Art Vintage South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Iron
A pair of late 19th Century polychrome painted wooden Indian figures
Located in London, GB
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 ...
Category
Early 1900s Folk Art Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Nice old Asian ritual festival mask Sri Lanka Ceylon Tribal Interior design
Located in London, GB
Nice old Asian ritual festival mask Sri Lanka Ceylonese
A pretty cool mask with smiling grimacing man painted with ochre
Period early 20th century, from a UK collection.
Condit...
Category
Early 20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Anglo Indian Brass and Hardwood Chest
Located in San Mateo, CA
Anglo Indian hardwood campaign or dowry chest. This has brass straps, handles and large hinges on the interior. The lock has the original key. The chest is in good condition. It show...
Category
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Hand-Knotted Wool Rug in Cloud White and Dark Ivory, Textured Linear Pattern
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Elevate your space with this 9' x 12' Jaipur hand-knotted wool rug, crafted in soft cloud white and dark ivory. Showcasing a subtle linear pattern, this rug combines traditional craf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Silk Trellis Ashwood & Honey 180 Round cm Hand Knotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This handwoven rug is a luxurious and sleek masterpiece, making it an exceptional addition to your living space. This rectangular rug boasts a sophisticated design in an exquisite co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Antique hardwood carved Goddes statue from India, 18th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
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...
Category
18th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Naga Konyak double fish tail trophy necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Nagaland, North-east India, early 20th century
Made of old glass beads with a bronze adornment in the shape of a double fish tail.
Provenance:
- Collection Rinck Hollnberger, Munic...
Category
19th Century Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Two Naga hunting trophy chains
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Nagaland, North-east India, early 20th century
Probably made from dogteeth.
Category
Early 20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Beads, Teeth
Hand Painted Elephant in Gold Regalia on Paper, India
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
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...
Category
20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Gold
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Ghee Serving Jug, Indian, Tribal, Libation Cup, Candle Nozzle, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood
Nepalese Sandalwood Buddha Tree, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The sculpture, expertly carved from fragrant Nepalese sandalwood, stands as a testament to the rich tradition of wood carving in Nepal. The medium itself adds a sensory dimension to ...
Category
20th Century Folk Art South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Sandalwood
Indian Midcentury Folk Art Shiva Trimurti Wood Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Indian hardwood Shiva Trimurti sculpture is intricately hand carved with three sides of the face of Lord Shiva, one of the 3 major Gods of the Hindu...
Category
20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood
$1,600 Sale Price
33% Off
Nepalese Sandalwood Buddha Tree, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The sculpture, expertly carved from fragrant Nepalese sandalwood, stands as a testament to the rich tradition of wood carving in Nepal. The medium itself adds a sensory dimension to ...
Category
20th Century Folk Art South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Sandalwood
Early 20th Century Brass & Iron Jeweler's Torch, Karnataka, South India
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Brass, Iron
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Paper Mache Rhino Sculpture Figure
Located in Asheville, NC
Adorable vintage paper mache rhino from India. See images for details
Category
Late 20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Paper
$135 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Indian Agra Carpet, Hunting Rugs, Oriental Rugs, Red, Gold, Ivory, Brown
Located in Port Washington, NY
Agra rugs are the most highly sought after of any 19th century Indian rugs today. Agra rugs were extremely well-made heavy durable rugs and are considered the best of Indian rugs.
...
Category
Late 19th Century Agra Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
$15,999 Sale Price
20% Off
Naga TOTEM, North-East India, 19th Century
Located in Mexico City, MX
Coming from the area of influence of the Naga people, this stunning piece is an extraordinary example of their cultural views. The Nagas are a conglomeration of different tribes nati...
Category
19th Century Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Nordic Enigma Ashwood & Mauve 300x420 cm Hand Knotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This hand knotted rug transcends the ordinary, becoming a statement piece that redefines the aesthetic of your living space. The color palette of Ashwood and Mauve sets the stage for...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Tribal Guardian Figure, Northwest Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century tribal guardian figure, Northwest Nepal
The mere essence of a protector figure remains in this weathered fragmen...
Category
Late 19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Sipahi Bristol Blue & Golden Glow 120X270 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
The Sipahi rug from AD 100 Designer Pavitra Rajaram’s collection Majnun for is more than just a floor covering; it's a poignant tapestry of history. Drawing inspiration from Afghan d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Silk
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Tribal Mask, West Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century Tribal mask, West Nepal
A large mask from West Nepal with a small grin and bared teeth surrounded with pink powder, faint traces of which can also be se...
Category
Late 19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Suzani-Inspired Textile
Located in Chicago, IL
This vibrant vintage Indian hand-embroidered textile draws inspiration from Persian Suzanis, reinterpreted through a distinctly South Asian lens. A grid of large, bold floral medalli...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
South Indian India Rajasthan Signed Minature Painting of Village Desert Scene
Located in Studio City, CA
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...
Category
20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Paint
Antic Yak Milk Jar with Handle North Népal Santal Tribe Hand Crafted Hard Wood
Located in Miami, FL
Large wood Nepal Yak Milk Jar hand crafted with geometric patterns covering the
Body of the pot.
2 wholes around the top of the hedge where a rope went thr...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Indian Brass Plaque of Shiva as 4-Armed Virabhadra, 18th-19th Century
Located in Miami Beach, FL
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 ...
Category
19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Brass
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Tribal Rajasthani Multi-Color Indian Cotton Dhurrie Rug with Deer Motif
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury handwoven multi-color cotton Dhurrie tribal rug with deer designs on each end. Hand knotted with fringe, Rajasthan, India, circa 1940s-1950s.
Category
20th Century Folk Art South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Antique 19th Century Indian Kalighat Painting of Krishna Milking Cow
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Rustic Vintage Ethnic Dhaka Pattern Purple Throw Rug from Nepal
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Beautiful vintage ethnic heavyweight cloth that could be used as a stunning home accessory whether thrown over a sofa or laid on the floor as a rug, perhaps even as a wall hanging admired as a piece of artistry. Dhaka is the traditional handmade fabric of the indigenous ‘Limbu’ people of Eastern Nepal, it’s origin goes back several hundred years to the Terhathum district. It is very unique and its distinctive geometric patterns make it stand out from other ethnic cloths. The Dhaka pattern is best known in the form of a topi, a cap worn by men in traditional dress and by bridegrooms at weddings and is a symbol of Nepalese heritage. Here the soft but strong natural fibres have been woven in several charming soft colors with the visible this threads displaying a captivating texture. Ever so slightly faded in patches which add to it’s history, character and charm. No damage or restoration. This would look fabulous in a Bohemian, rustic or even traditional interior. It could also be used as a very elaborate and luxurious beach accessory in the form of a towel or bathroom matt. We have two different throws as well as some wonderful Dhaka fabric cushions (pillows) backed in Irish linen that would match.
Color: Purple, fuchsia pink, blue, black, white (off-white), orange and yellow, blanket, bed runner...
Category
20th Century South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Textile
Jaipur Rugs 8X10 Feet Hand Knotted Carpet Wool Ivory Modern Moroccan & Tribal
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Step into a world of refined aesthetics with this handwoven rug from our Aprezo collection. The defining feature of this wool rug is its subtle yet engaging pattern, creating a visua...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Antique Ethnic Brass Traditional Anklet Bracelet from India Vide Poche
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Dhokra art old ethnic tribal brass traditional ankle bracelet from India, repurposed as ashtrays ,catchall, or vide poche.
Handcrafted of a hollow band of heavy brass decorated with chevron repoussé banding and lost wax granulation.
The brass inner plate was later added to use the bracelet as a small ashtray.
The closure was a push pin mechanism that was closed.
India, circa 1920s.
Measure: 7"5 D x 2" H.
"Dhokra is an ancient folk art tradition prevalent in India in the eastern states of West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. Dhokra craft objects are made through the process of non-ferrous metal casting using the lost-wax casting technique, which is one of the earliest and most advanced methods of metal casting known to human civilization. Its roots can be traced back 4500 years to the ancient city of Mohenjodaro in the Indus Valley Civilization.
The name Dokra or Dhokra was used to indicate a group of craftsmen of nomadic type from the Dhokra Damar tribe, scattered over the regions of Bengal, Orisa and Madhya Pradash, whose wares were identified by their beautifully shaped and decorated metal products. The enchanting Dhokra art objects have motifs inspired by indigenous folk...
Category
Early 20th Century Anglo Raj South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Early to Mid-20th Century Bamboo Rooster Effigy, Terai, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early to mid-20th century bamboo rooster effigy, Terai, Nepal.
A charming rooster made from the root of a bamboo from the Rai people of Terai, Nepal. He stands 8" high and his form ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Bamboo
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
Indian Portrait of a Prince
Located in Greenwich, CT
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...
Category
1830s Other Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Paper
$25,000
Antique Hand Carved Pouring Dish, Indian, Hardwood, Serving Pot, Victorian, 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Fruitwood
Hand Carved Tribal Wooden Nepalese Beaker Milk Pot with Handle
By Kuba
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large hand carved tribal wooden beaker Nepalese milk pot with handle.
Early 20th century antique tribal milk pot with incised pattern.
This rustic milk pot wa...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Hand-Hammered Raj Black Metal Jug
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Raj large hand-hammered and hand-painted metal vessel, originally used to collect waters of the three sacred rivers, the Ganges and Yamuna Sarasvati.
This large jug is much more than...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Intricate Hand Carved, Vintage Asian Mid-Century Wooden Scalloped Printing Block
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Other South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood
Nepal Himalayan Butter Churn Handle, Early 20th Century with Heart Shape
Located in Point Richmond, CA
An old carved wood Nepal, North India or other Himalayan culture butter churn handle called a ghurra. Created in the early 20th century. The handle with braided columns rising to a h...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Indian Phulkari Wedding Textile, Silk & Cotton Embroidery, Punjab 1900s
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Other South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Nepal or Tibet Ghurra Churn Handle Carved Woven Knot, Old Worn Dark Patina
Located in Point Richmond, CA
An old carved wood Nepal, North India or other Himalayan culture butter churn handle called a ghurra. Created in the early 20th century. The handle with finely carved knots rising to...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
A Finely Carved Gandhara Head of ‘Atlas’
Located in London, GB
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 ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique South Asian Folk Art
Materials
Schist
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