Lock Decorated With Chimeras - Bronze, India, Rajasthan, 18th Century - No. 2

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Lock Decorated With Chimeras - Bronze, India, Rajasthan, 18th Century - No. 2

Chiseled bronze, decorated with two chimeras. Patina from use - 18th century. No. 2. Probably Rajasthan (Northwest India): the decoration depicts facing mythical birds, derived from late Mughal vocabulary. Openwork and highly textured: scales, punched plumage. These pieces were often linked to colonial trade; they are referred to as "Anglo-Indian" furniture. In this instance, undoubtedly a chest. Mounted in the 1970s.

400 €

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Cabinet des curieux - Paris, France

Period: 18th century

Style: Asian art

Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Bronze

Length: 14,6/11/1,2

Width: 11,2

Height: 14,7 hors socle

Depth: 1

Reference (ID): 1726063