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Place of Origin: South Asian
A beautiful beaded from the Bonda people of Orissa
Located in Amsterdam, NL
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...
Category

Early 20th Century South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Antique Indian Hand Painted Brass Figural Gauri Head Sculpture Pair
Located in Forney, TX
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...
Category

Late 19th Century Anglo Raj Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Brass

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...
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Early 20th Century Tribal South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

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 mica gouache paintings on mica. Depicting the water carrier and of a Purdah bullock...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Paper

Wooden Mask, Himachal Pradesh, North India, Mid-20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Wooden Mask, Karnataka, India, Mid-20th Century Carved wood with fur and pigment decoration.  
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Mid-20th Century South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Late 19th-Early 20th Century Tribal Wood Paduka Sandals, India
Located in Point Richmond, CA
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...
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Late 19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

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

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...
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Mid-19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Naga Warrior's Ceremonial Headdress, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Man’s Ceremonial Headdress Naga people, Northeast India Probably 19th century Cane, yellow orchard fiber, dyed goat hair plume A handwritten...
Category

1890s Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Bamboo, Natural Fiber

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

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

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

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

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

Hand-Tufted Wool and viscose Rug in Blue and White, Artistic Floral Design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Other

Cerulean Serenade Capri & Capri 180x270 cm Handloom Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Silk

Large Vintage Indian Textile with Custom Frame
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Indian block printed textiles from the 1940s-1960s have been sewn together in colorful patches with rows of running stitch embellish...
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Fabric, Canvas, Plexiglass, Wood

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

Hand-blown Glass Blue Ganesh Sculpture
By Rural Modern Glass Studio
Located in Mumbai, India, Maharashtra
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...
Category

2010s Post-Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

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

Early 20th Century Archaistic South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

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

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 Nepalese Butter Churn Handle.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Nepalese Butter Churn Handle. Known as a Ghurra, individually carved from a single piece of wood having different forms, a circle, a stem and a f...
Category

19th Century Tribal Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

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

Vintage Original Alakh Niranjan Bollywood Movie Poster
Located in Pasadena, CA
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...
Category

1970s Modern Vintage South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Paper

18th Century Hindu Deity Statue
Located in Pasadena, TX
18th century poly-chrome statue depicting Hindu Deity. This 18th century statue is made of painted clay, plaster and wood.
Category

Mid-18th Century Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Brass Parrot on Perch Sculptural Wall Mirror
Located in San Diego, CA
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...
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1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Hand-tufted wool rugs in Rich Green Tones, Organic Textured Design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

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

No. 256 Medley Hand-Knotted Rug by Lyk Carpet
Located in Geneve, CH
No. 256 Medley Hand-Knotted Rug by Lyk Carpet Dimensions: W 250 x L 280 cm. Materials: 100% tibetan highland-wool, new pure hand-combed and hand-spun wool, natural vegetable dyed woo...
Category

2010s Post-Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Huelandite over Quartz from Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India
Located in New York, NY
From Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India Unusual red-pink crystals of heulandite on matrix covered with translucent, colorless quartz crystals Measures: Weight: 1.2 lbs, Dimensions: 7 ...
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2010s South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Hand-Knotted Wool Rug in Natural White and Sea Green, Modern Geometric Design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This 6' x 9' Jaipur hand-knotted wool rug, in natural white and sea green, brings a fresh, modern touch to any space. Its geometric design adds visual interest while maintaining a mi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

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

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

Honey Hues Copper & Soft Gold 180X270 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Join us on this visual journey with our enchanting hand-knotted rug, akin to a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity ! Like a sunlit desert landscape, the ground color in capti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

19th Century Hand Carved Wood Large Scale Indian Figurene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very unique figure of man with worn details and faded polychrome. Signs of heavy deterioration over the years. A curiosity/collectors piece. Please see detailed photos for c...
Category

19th Century Primitive Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

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

19th Century Carved & Painted Figure of a Gentleman in Elaborate Costume
Located in Nantucket, MA
Painted, carved wood figure of a gentleman in jeweled robe and turban standing on a platform and with hands extended possibly an offering gesture. Possibly a ceremonial or procession...
Category

Late 19th Century Anglo Raj Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

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

South East Asian lacquered wood Buddha, 19th century
Located in Milano, IT
In the midst of the 18th century, in the enchanting land of Burma during the Shan period, a magnificent masterpiece of spiritual artistry was born—an extraordinary Seated Burmese wo...
Category

Early 1800s Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Hand-Knotted Wool Rug in Lime Twist and Burnt Olive Contemporary Abstract Design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Infuse your space with a vibrant touch using this hand-knotted 8' x 10' Jaipur rug in refreshing lime twist and burnt olive hues. Crafted from high-quality wool, this rug features a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Revival South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Kerala Spiral Carved-Wood Boat Prow from Southern India
Located in Atlanta, GA
A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand carved boat prow from Kerala is adorn with pierced spiral-carved volute, suppor...
Category

20th Century South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Rajasthani Hand Painted Indian Portrait Painting of a Man in Traditional Dress
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fabulous piece of hand-painted Folk Art created in India. This painting depicts a traditional Rajasthani man in traditional dress. He wears a decorative yellow and pink dress and s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Anglo Raj South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Paint, Paper

Hand-Tufted Wool and viscose Rug in Gray and White, Modern Abstract Design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
If your aim for buying a rug is to set the mood or theme in your space, look no further than Shudd. This elegant rug features gradient colors inspired by the play of light in nature....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Other

Hand-Knotted Wool and Bamboo Silk Rug in Anthracite, Modern Textural Pattern
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Add refined texture to your space with this hand-knotted Jaipur rug in a deep anthracite hue. Crafted from a luxurious blend of wool and bamboo silk, this 9' x 12' rug offers a sophi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Revival South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Emerald Green Fine Antique Indian Agra Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A highly refined and elegant Agra carpet, woven on a rare emerald green background and framed by a widely spaced lemon yellow border. Agra represents the pinnacle of the decorative c...
Category

19th Century Agra Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Dancing Shadows Antique White & Light Rust 240x300 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Transport yourself on a mesmerizing visual odyssey with our hand-crafted rug, each thread spinning a tale of skill and precision. Like strokes on a canvas, the antique white backdrop...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Soft Embrace Tobacco & Pebble 240X300 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Can a rug transcend its purpose and become a source of joy in your space? Explore the beautiful hand-knotted marvel . The tone-on-tone palette of tobacco and pebble effortlessly upli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Silk

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

Artisan Assemblage Ashwood & Soft Coral 180x270 cm Hand Tufted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Have you ever imagined transforming your living space into a canvas of contemporary art? Introducing our modern, hand-tufted rug, meticulously crafted in rural India. Embracing a bol...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Infinite Dimensions Grey Matter & Platinum 240X300 cm Handtufted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Ever envisioned a contemporary masterpiece that seamlessly blends art and comfort? Introducing "Infinite Dimensions," a hand-tufted rug. Crafted from naturally dyed wool, it transfor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Hand-Knotted Jaipur Wool Rug in Classic Gray, Subtle Textural Pattern
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This 8' x 10' hand-knotted rug from Jaipur Rugs, in a soothing classic gray, offers a sophisticated, understated design perfect for versatile interior styling. The rug is meticulousl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Other

Equilibrium Essence Antique White & Capri 240x300 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
What enigmatic dance of inspiration lies behind this hand-knotted marvel? Delve into the intricate world where modernity meets tradition, meticulously crafted in rural India. Every t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Midnight Majesty Sky Blue Smoke Blue 150X240 cm Hand Tufted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Enchant your living space with the allure of this stunning hand tufted rug from our Mythos collection, it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends intricate design with an exotic color...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Silk

Fusion Echo Natural 150x240 cm Flatweave Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Embrace simplicity and elegance with our Flatweave rug, featuring minimal and unembellished patterns transitioning into subtle gradients. The rug's natural color scheme effortlessly ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Jute

Hand-Tufted Rug in Sea Mist Green and Antique White, Subtle Textured Design
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This 8'6 x 11'6 hand-knotted wool and viscose rug from Jaipur Rugs features a serene blend of sea mist green and antique white. The rug's soft, muted tones and understated design evo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Other

Block printed mattress Cover, Indian, ex McAlpine collection.
Located in London, GB
A block printed mattress cover. Northern India, c.1900 Two panels joined, each panel 240cm x 129.5cm Ex Collection Alistair McAlpine. Sold Sothebys, 7th June 2006.
Category

Early 1900s Antique South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Hand-blown Glass Regal Elephant with 24K Gold Gilding and Flameworked Flowers
By Rural Modern Glass Studio
Located in Mumbai, India, Maharashtra
Regal Elephant, 2024 Grant Garmezy in collaboration with Erin Garmezy for Rural Modern Glass Studio using the technique of Hot Glass Sculpting, Flameworking and 24K Gold Gilding by P...
Category

2010s Post-Modern South Asian Folk Art

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

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