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| Index No. A8851 | Fine Indian Sadeli and Ivory Watch Stand |
| A fine early 19th Century Indian watch stand. Rectangular base covered in sadeli marquetry and ivory stringing standing on four turned ivory feet. Four sadeli covered columns in two pairs joined by finely pierced ivory frets support the arch for the watch. This similarly is decorated in sadeli marquetry and ivory stringing on both sides with pierced fretwork at its edge. Either side of the arch a delicate turned finials very finely fluted and carved. In the centre of the stand a turned ivory plate. | ||
| Circa | 1820 | |
| Dimensions | 205 x 95 x 300 mm | ||
| A fine watch stand in remarkable condition considering its delicacy. Sadeli is a form of marquetry work most commonly associated with the Surat district of India. Ivory, ebony, sandalwood, redwood and various metals are cut into minute pieces and shaped into geometrical patterns. The pieces are then glued together and glued onto the surface, producing an effect similar to inlay work. |
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