Antique Hand-Carved Colonial Anglo-Indian Teak Hexagonal Side Table – ca. 1900 In Excellent Condition – No Reserve Beautifully hand-carved Anglo-Indian hexagonal side table, crafted around 1900 during the British Colonial period in India. Made from solid teak, this high-end quality piece showcases the exceptional skill of Indian artisans who worked under colonial patronage, blending European form with traditional Indian carving techniques. Each of the six panels features intricate openwork with arabesque and foliate motifs, while the legs are elaborately sculpted with stylised serpent or dragon figures. The top is richly decorated with a carved floral medallion and an ornate border, all executed by hand in solid teak wood. A true masterpiece of late-19th/early-20th-century Colonial craftsmanship — elegant, decorative, and historically significant. Condition In excellent pre-loved condition with minimal signs of use. Stable and solid construction; no missing carvings. Please see the detailed photos for an accurate impression. Dimensions Height: 50.5 cm Width: (diameter across top): 45.5 cm Material: Solid teak wood, finely hand-carved. Provenance Private collection, The Netherlands. Historical context During the British Colonial era (mid-19th to early-20th century), Anglo-Indian furniture flourished as a unique blend of European design and Indian artistry. Teakwood pieces such as this were produced in workshops in Bombay, Madras, and Calcutta for export to British and European households. The deep relief carving, exotic motifs, and warm teak patina were celebrated symbols of craftsmanship and cultural exchange. A high-end quality showpiece and a true eye-catcher in any interior — from classic Colonial to contemporary eclectic.