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Hoshiarpur Elephant Table
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Hoshiarpur Elephant Table

19th century
Description

A fine Hoshiarpur bone inlaid elephant table.

Good timber, excellent colour, lovely condition.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery included to mainland UK addresses.

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Hoshiarpur Inlaid Elephant Table to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225012
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Description
A fine Hoshiarpur bone inlaid elephant table.

Good timber, excellent colour, lovely condition.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery included to mainland UK addresses.

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Hoshiarpur Inlaid Elephant Table to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225012
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
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A circular dark wood side table featuring elaborate floral bone inlay work and three carved elephant head legs.
Hoshiarpur elephant table
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A circular dark wood side table featuring elaborate floral bone inlay work and three carved elephant head legs.
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Hoshiarpur furniture originates from the Punjab region of Northern India, gaining international prominence during the late 19th-century British colonial period. Artisans in Hoshiarpur specialised in intricate brass, bone, and ivory inlay techniques combined with dense hardwoods to supply both local elites and European export markets.

These tables are primarily constructed from indigenous Indian hardwoods such as rosewood, shisham, or teak. The decorative surface patterns utilise hand-cut bone or ivory brass filigree, while carved elephant tusks are typically crafted from bone or wood.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved joinery, hand-poured or hand-fitted inlay pieces with subtle variations, and natural oxidation on the underlying hardwood. The underside of the woodwork often displays hand-saw marks and original patination consistent with age.

An Anglo-Indian inlaid table functions well as a accent piece in a modern living space or hallway. Placing the item alongside clean-lined neutral furniture allows the intricate geometric bone motifs and dark woodwork to serve as a focal point without overwhelming the room.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and humid environments to prevent the inlay from expanding or loosening. Clean the surface using a soft, dry lint-free cloth, avoiding harsh liquid solvents that could degrade the organic adhesives holding the bone pieces.
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