Large Indo-Portuguese Queen Anne Rosewood Four-Seat Settee bookcases Indo-Portuguese | Folk Art

Indo-Portuguese | Folk Art

5 Depth 2 Height 41

This most unusual

Expertly hand carved

Sticker labels (back): Sanders' / F1052

Large Indo-Portuguese Queen Anne Rosewood Four-Seat Settee bookcases Indo-Portuguese | Folk ArtDETAILS Of generous proportion, this remarkable antique, 18th century, Indo Portuguese bench features four back slats, each with pierced heart details, beneath a foliate carved crest rail. The arms display carved details and dramatic scrolled ends. The richly carved legs are of animal form and terminate on trefid feet. The stretchers are elaborately turned; another expressive detail of this creative piece. STYLE Queen Anne PLACE OF ORIGIN South India