Painted Chintz Door Panel From Bikaner - Late 19th Century

This beautifully painted Chintz door panel from Bikaner is a museum-worthy example of Rajasthani painting. Bikaner artists were well renowned as some of the best artists in Northern India. Bikaner miniature painting is world-renowned. 

This door dates to the end of the 19th century (1880 - 1900) and is inspired by the chintz painting of Junagarh Fort, Bikaner's most famous palace. Specifically the Phool Mahal (flower palace) in Junagarh Fort which was constructed sometime between 1571 & 1668. This was the pinnacle of Rajasthani painting. It also bears many similarities to the Mughal floral designs of the Taj Mahal completed in 1648 AD. 

Doors like this would have been used internally within homes to separate different rooms and would have been incredibly costly to make requiring skilled painters with a detailed eye and steady hand. This style of painting with a cream background is rare to find in Rajasthani architecture and furniture and uses traditional mineral pigments. It comes with two porcelain door handles which have replaced the original glass handles. 

This piece can either be used as intended as a door, used as a room divider, or hung on a large wall as a stunning centerpiece. Please contact us for any installation questions you may have.

Dimensions: 

163 x 6 x 190 (wxdxh cms)

Without Lugs: 150 x 190 (wxh cms)

Internal Door: 76 x 181 (wxh cms)

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