Antique 19th-Century Indian Jharokha Mirror
Hand-Carved Teak & Mango Wood | Mughal Window Frame | Rajasthan, India

Step into the grandeur of India’s architectural legacy with this 19th-century antique Jharokha mirror, meticulously hand-carved from teak and mango wood. Originally part of a noble haveli in Rajasthan, this striking piece reimagines the traditional Jharokha—once a vantage point for royal women or rulers—with a carefully inset antique-style mirror, offering both reflective elegance and sculptural heritage.

The floral and geometric relief carvings speak to the refined sensibilities of Mughal-influenced Rajasthani artisanship, with scalloped arches and columned detailing preserved in remarkable condition. Once a symbol of prestige and power, the Jharokha becomes here a versatile piece of wall art, mirror, and heritage portal, ideal for adding narrative texture to contemporary spaces.

✦ Architectural Elegance & Provenance

• Finely hand-carved detailing – traditional Mughal arches, floral vines, and ornate pillars

• Historic Jharokha design – a symbolic window into India’s royal and noble past

• Repurposed as a mirror – inset with an antique-effect glass for functional interior use

• Heritage materiality – crafted from solid teak and mango wood, aged to a warm patina

• Sculptural impact – provides architectural depth and grandeur as a feature piece

✦ Why This Piece Stands Out

• Rare 19th-century architectural salvage from Rajasthan’s havelis

• Handcrafted – each motif individually chiselled using traditional tools

• Symbolic history – once used by queens and nobles for discrete public viewing

• Statement scale – nearly 2 metres in height for a commanding wall presence

• Cultural fusion – blending historical context with modern usability

✦ Cultural & Historical Context

The term Jharokha means “window” or “glimpse” in Hindi. These projected balconies or openings were a signature feature of Indian architecture during the Mughal and Rajput eras, especially in palatial residences. They were not only ornamental façades but also instruments of royal protocol—used by emperors for Jharokha Darshan (audience) and by noblewomen observing public life from seclusion.

Their ornate forms—scalloped arches, jaali panels, carved relief—reflected power, privacy, and piety. This reclaimed example preserves that layered history in a functional, modern reinterpretation.

✦ Styling Tip

Install this mirror above a fireplace, sideboard, or hallway console to ground your room in architectural storytelling. Highlight it with ambient lighting and antique brass accents for a rich, layered aesthetic. It pairs beautifully with natural linens, carved stone, or Persian textiles.

✦ Specifications

• Width: 105 cm

• Height: 190 cm

• Depth: 13 cm

• Weight: Approx. 17 kg

• Material: Teak & Mango Wood, Antique Mirror Glass

• Origin: Rajasthan, India

• Era: Circa 19th Century

• Condition: Excellent antique condition with rich natural patina, age-related surface wear

✦ Delivery & Collection

White-glove UK delivery available, or local collection by appointment. For international shipping, please contact Regen Bespoke to arrange bespoke courier logistics.

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