A central arabesque design with exquisite antique patina.A hand carved and decorated wooden Jharokha window frame in traditional Rajasthani style with a central arabesque design fitted with a mirror. Yellow and russet naturalistic tones. The Jharoka balcony is traditional in the architecture of Rajasthan as well as in Indo-Islamic architecture. Jharokhas jutting forward from the wall plane added architectural beauty to the building and allowed women to see outside without being seen themselves. Alternatively, these windows could be used to position archers or spies. Hanging hardware to back. 13.75"H x 6"W, mirror area. Issued: c. 1860 Dimensions: 22.75"H x 14.75"W Country of Origin: India Provenance: Collection of John R. Lanzendorf Provenance: Collection of John R. Lanzendorf