Anglo-Indian Taj Mahal Side Table in Teak, 1950s

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Beautiful mid-century Anglo-Indian side table with legs shaped like elephant heads and a round tabletop featuring an image of the … Read more Beautiful mid-century Anglo-Indian side table with legs shaped like elephant heads and a round tabletop featuring an image of the Taj Mahal; these tables were manufactured in India for tourists around the 1950s.

This table features marquetry inlay with pieces of bone and pieces of colored wood. The object is very decorative and, due to its size, can be used in many places in the home. The table has seen some life, and it shows; the whole piece bears a very charming patina of age and use.

This object is in good vintage condition, with signs of age and use appropriate for its age: a small crack on the edge of the tabletop due to age, some tusks are missing or have been replaced, and some pieces of the inlay are missing. However, the table is still very solid and sturdy and still looks fantastic.

Dimensions: 40cm diameter, 41cm high.

Weight: 3.752kg. See less