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Bidriware Chair

unknown1700/1800

National Museum - New Delhi

National Museum - New Delhi
New Delhi , India

This beautifully ornamented European-style chair is covered with stylized floral patterns in oval enclosures, creepers and geometrical designs. The four legs are curved and have fluted ends. The chair has two curved hand-rests and a back-rest. The wooden seat is covered by red brocade stuffed with cotton. The silver is inlaid with taihnishan and tarkashi techniques.

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  • Title: Bidriware Chair
  • Creator: unknown
  • Date: 1700/1800
  • Location: Hyderabad
  • Physical Dimensions: Ht. 84.0; Lt. 49.5; Wd. 51.0 cm.
  • Accession Number: 59.77
National Museum - New Delhi

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