One of a pair of open-work Window Shutters
Former TitleHalf of Door
CultureIndian
Datelate 17th-early 18th century
MediumCarved wood with polychrome decoration and metal hardware
DimensionsOverall: 64 1/4 × 15 7/8 inches (163.2 × 40.32 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number32-99/3
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DescriptionWindow shutter with open grill work. Tall narrow screen that formed the right shutter of a two-panels of window screens, its right pair is 32-99/3. Four curved metal hanging hooks are attached on the left side, which would have been set down into supporting brackets or rings in a window frame. The shutter also has an attached latch and chain.The shutter consists of five narrow open-work screen panels inserted into a tall frame. Each panel appears to be attached with a metal band and tacks. The screen panels each consist of a repetative design of lattice and blossoms, similar to that found in Shah Jahan-period carpets and architecture. The shutter is painted with a red ground with black, white, and yellow pigments. There is evidence of repainting.Provenance
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