Name: Old Scratchwork Lacquer Stand From Sindh - Ca 1920
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A02635
Price: 125.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Old Scratchwork Lacquer Stand From Sindh | Indigo Antiques

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SKU: A02635 Early 20th Century, from North India

Dimensions:: W18 x D18 x H14 cm
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK

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Lacquer stands have become rare in India and are excellent collector's pieces. This stand is from Sindh and dates to the early 20th century - circa 1920. It's etched using the scratchwork technique by scratching away at layered lacquer to reveal the colours beneath.

International exhibitions in the 19th century stimulated traditional crafts around the world. Sindh became well known for its high quality lac-turned wares. Good quality lacquerware is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand-powered lathe. The wooden piece is spun and a lac stick is pressed against the piece. As the piece spins friction softens the lac which coats the surface of the wood. Quite intricate designs can be created by the craftsman using different techniques.

Dimensions:

18 x 18 x 14 (wxdxh cms)

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