A fine Indian/Mughal School 19th C painting of an embracing couple. Unframed, matted size: 16 ½” x 11½”. Painting size: 9” x 5½”.

A fine Indian/Mughal School 19th C painting of a love scene. Framed, matted size: 15 ½” x 12”. Painting size: 11½” x 8 ½”.

A fine Indian School 19th C painting of royal procession with mounted elephants and camels. Framed size: 6 ½” x 11 ½”. Painting size: 4 5/8” x 10 ½”.

Indian School 19th C painting, Courtesan on the terrace of a palace. Framed size: 15” x 12”. Painting size: 8 ½ ” x 5 ½”.

Indian School 19th C painting, Courtesan on the terrace of a palace. Framed size: 15” x 12”. Painting size: 8 ½ ” x 5 ½”.

This small vase is probably the upper part of a candlestick. We do not have an example of a Merenide candlestick but those from Egypt are cast in 2 parts which fit together, for the purpose of more practical cleaning of the wax. Its square shape and its incised decoration in the style of "lion's teeth" leads us to think that it is a creation of the Maghreb or Andalusia rather than Syro-Egyptian. Kufic characters are chiseled on the 4 faces. Thick and heavy. Height 10cm...

Drawing of a young boy dressed in oriental style. The clothing seems to indicate the Ottoman Empire. According to the written indications, this is a "Little Sultan" painted by Angèle Bouët in 1870 in a boarding school called "Pontlieue" near Le Mans. On the back of the drawing, the label of a framer from Le Mans confirms the region. This framer, Zakarie Maignan, was known for his quality work. We found no trace of this painter. Nor was there anything about the child depicted...

An antique Indian votive Shiva Lingam with a figure of a large Naga (snake). This lingam sits on the outer edge of one of the large coils of the great snake. It represents the union of opposites, the male and female energies combined in creation and Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction.
Above the lingam is the large hooded head of the cobra, the Naga that is so closely associated with Shiva. Shiva is the god of all beasts and wears a cobra around his neck...

An antique Indian bronze votive planque depicting the Hindu god, Virabhadra. Considered the protector of Hinduism, Virabhadra is an incarnation of Shiva.
Although they were not invited, Shiva and his wife, Sati attended a yajna (a sacrificial ritual) hosted by her father, Daksha. Sati's father did not approve of the ascetic Shiva and insulted Sati. In despair, Sati threw herself on the ritual pyre. When Shiva learned of Sati's death, he tore his hair out in anger...

A medium size Vintage BRONZE URIL or VARPU Vessel from Southern India for Ayurvedic Medicines or for ritual offerings with intricate design/motifs. Handcrafted by skilled Artisans symbolizing prosperity, good luck and happiness. Size: 8 cm x 20 cm. diameter, heavy weight. Good overall condition.

A group of 7 different old hand drawn Indian charts and drawings. Inks on paper. Largest 32x23 cm. Undated, estimated to be 19th century or earlier. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.

A group of 6 different old Indian circular hand drawn yantras. Coloured inks on paper. Largest 34x24 cm. Undated, estimated to be 19th century or earlier. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.

Explore the richness of Indian craftsmanship with this genuine, hand-carved Goddess. The piece embodies the timeless beauty and cultural significance of it's origins, with a primary material that speaks to the earthy and natural aesthetic of the Indian style...

Large Indian document. 61x58 cm. Black ink on paper. Backed with conservation grade paper. Undated, estimated to be 19th century. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.

Authentic Indian large document. Inks and paint on paper mounted on cloth. 60x52cm Undated estimated to be 19th century. Numbered boxes of text, four areas of painting showing 8 full length figures. Can be viewed in central London and shipped worldwide.

Authentic old Indian Tantric diagram. Red and black ink on paper. Undated, estimated to be 18/19th century. 33x25 cm. Corners professionally conserved. Can be viewed in central London and shopped worldwide.

A staff final made of iron, the top looks like a pagoda having 8 metal rings and some pendants. These staffs were traditionally carried by Buddhist monks, particularly in East Asian and used as walking aid, weapon and rhythmic instrument. Condition: traces of usage, rusty and slightly bent part. Dimension: 24.6 cm long.

Two brass bronze models of a Nandi bull, the vahana of Lord Shiva, recumbent on a pedestal and protecting the lingha in front of it, one with holder for the naga canopy. And a miniature shrine made in three parts, showing the seated four-armed deity Durga. Condition: traces of usage and wear, Durga with a lost underarm, the small nandi with grinded off holder, shortened horns and a lost ear. Dimension: larger Nandi: c. 9.5 long x 10.8 high x 5.4 cm wide, Durga: c...