Some of the most interesting wooden objects we come across are not objects in the usual sense. They were once part of buildings, temples, homes and traditional spaces, made as much for their setting as for the craftsmanship within them.
Our Vintage Wooden Panels collection brings together carved architectural panels and other wooden elements discovered through our travels and years of collecting across India. Many come from older buildings, traditional homes and places where wood was an important part of the architecture and decoration.
The collection includes carved wooden panels, temple panels, decorative architectural elements, door and window details, figures, motifs and other pieces where the skill of the maker is still visible in the carving.
We are particularly drawn to the way these panels combine design and craftsmanship. Floral and geometric patterns, deities, animals, birds and architectural motifs can reveal something about the region, tradition and purpose for which a piece was made.
Some retain the marks of age, use and weathering. Others stand out for the precision of their carving or the character of the wood itself. Their original architectural context is often an important part of what makes them interesting.
Sourced from different parts of India, this is a changing collection of vintage wooden panels and architectural elements for collectors, designers and anyone who appreciates old Indian craftsmanship beyond conventional decorative objects.
