Paper Weight Clock - Painted Medallion - Amer Fort, Jaipur 12 mm Lever Back Round Pichwais emerged in 17th-century Nathdwara

Pichwais emerged in 17th-century Nathdwara

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The brass clock with domed glass

Blue pottery traveled to Jaipur from central Asia

Paper Weight Clock - Painted Medallion - Amer Fort, Jaipur 12 mm Lever Back Round Pichwais emerged in 17th-century NathdwaraAmer Fort, near Jaipur was built by Raja Man Singh. It was the capital of the ruling Kachhawa clan. Unlike its imposing and rugged exterior, its interiors are ornate and influenced by both Hindu and Muslim styles of ornamentation. Seen on the clock face is a medallion that is painted on the ceiling of the ante chamber in Ganesh Pol. The gateway to the royal chambers. These brass clocks with domed glass, double up as paper weights. Details from some of