Anglo-Indian Decorative Art

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...

19th century Mughal Indo Persian fine antique brass round tray hand chased with Islamic calligraphy in Mameluke style. 19th century collector...

A British School watercolor of Kandariya Mahadeva Temple at Khajuraho, Located in Central India, Watercolor over pencil on paper, unframed measures 19 3/8"-inches high x 12 3/4"-inches wide, Framed measures 28 1/4"-inches high x 21 1/4"-inches wide, inscribed in pencil on the lower part; "32 Khandaria Mahadev Temple Khajraho". Framed with silk matting.

Wonderful set of 10 antique monkey prints. Great muted colors. Original color. Presented in our own custom made cream painted frames. Lithographs after the original drawings by Ca...

This very large and well executed painting on a woven fabric is unsigned and likely done by a European artist in the late 19th century or early 20th century. The painting is done in ...

An exquisite and rare large scale circa 1840 zoological silkwork embroidery picture of native Indian reptiles and amphibians feeding on butterflies in native flora and fungi, depicti...

Circa 20th century embroidered Indian screen board with beaded detail. The piece also features an illustration of an Indian chariot rider with horses. P...

Two fragments of parsley shawl lovely framed in acrylic shadow boxes on linen background and presented as textile wall art. These fragments are likely dated in 19th century from Engl...

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...

Wonderful set of 15 prints of the Himalayas Steel engravings after Turner, Cox, Roberts, Allom etc. Published by Fisher 1830-1840. All dated. Unframed.

Mexican Wall Plaque Brass enameled on wood lacquer wall hanging, circa 1970's.

Midcentury large-scale brass wall plaque with a hand engraved pattern. Charger has a great aged patina which brings out the beauty of the engraving.

Visualize a captivating brass wall hanging from the 20th century, a masterpiece that intricately captures the essence of Mughal art and history. This large, hammered brass creation serves as both a work of art and a historical narrative, transporting observers to the opulent world of Mughal India. The brass wall hanging is generously sized, with a surface that gleams in the warm, golden hues characteristic of polished brass. Its weighty presence adds a sense of grandeur to any space, and the hammered texture across the entire piece adds depth and dimension to the artwork. Upon closer inspection, the surface of the brass wall hanging reveals a finely detailed Mughal scene. The artisan has skillfully hammered the brass to create a rich tapestry of imagery, showcasing the elegance and sophistication of Mughal life. The scene might include depictions of Mughal emperors and empresses, courtiers engaged in conversation, musicians playing traditional instruments, and gracefully adorned elephants parading through lush gardens. The meticulous craftsmanship extends to the fine details of clothing, jewelry, and architectural elements. The hammered technique imparts a textured quality to the figures and structures, creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow that adds to the visual richness of the piece. The central focus of the brass wall hanging might be a magnificent Mughal palace or a serene garden, both rendered with precision and artistic flair. The scene is framed by intricate borders featuring geometric patterns and floral motifs, showcasing the artisan's dedication to both historical accuracy and aesthetic beauty. As a whole, this brass wall hanging stands...

An antique painted cloth panel from India. May have been a back drop for a theater or a large wall hanging. It has a wonderful worn old patina and would ...

Anglo Raj hanging polished brass tray. Finely hand-chased, hand-cut and hand-hammered with floral repousse designs. The middle of the tray is a lar...

This elaborately decorated enameled brass charger or wall hanging is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from India and dating to approximately 1920 and done in an Anglo-Indian...

Large hand embroidered and quilted textile from North India. Mughal style silk and metal threaded tapestry framed from Rajasthan, India Fanciful Asian folk art design in this disti...

A 19th C Indian Raj Period Plaque This finely crafted raised and chased Indian Raj period copper and brass plaque has an intricately worked central panel depicting Nataraga, the g...

This superb deep relief carved hardwood Raj period Indian wall panel has its original hardwood carved frame. It is an interesting and special piece....