This Lotus Arched mirror is a breathtaking architectural anchor that captures the rhythmic elegance of traditional palace windows. Measuring 60 inches square, this piece is repurposed from an antique hand-carved doorway or room divider. The frame is defined by its tripartite structure, featuring three distinct scalloped arches supported by intricately carved pillars. The header and spandrels are adorned with deep, high-relief floral rosettes and vine motifs, all hand-carved from solid old-growth teakwood. What sets this piece apart is its original painted whitewash patina. Over the century, layers of historical white pigment have worn away, leaving a soft, chalky residue in the deep recesses of the carving. This "earned" finish highlights the three-dimensional quality of the woodwork and gives the mirror a lighter, breezier energy that fits perfectly into California Coastal or Japandi interiors. With a substantial 4-inch depth, it creates a powerful sense of architectural volume, acting as a "faux window" that doubles the light and soul of a room.
As an authentic architectural artifact, "The Lotus Arcade" is a one-of-a-kind legacy piece. The wood exhibits historical joinery details, soft matte rounding at the edges, and the beautiful, irregular texture of weathered teak. It is a functional work of sculpture designed for the collector who values both symmetry and storied history.
- *Era:
Early 20th Century (Artifact Salvage)
- *Size: 60“(L) x 4“(D) x 60.5“(H)
- *Material: Antique Hand-Carved Teakwood / High-Clarity Mirror
- *Color: Aged Teak wood/Whitewash
- *Product Type: Tripartite scalloped arch design; original worn whitewash patina; 4-inch deep architectural profile.
- *Origin:
Northern India (Architectural salvage)
- *Condition:
Excellent Antique Condition. Displays authentic heritage character, including historical pigments, joinery marks, and aged teakwood textures.
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- **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
