{"product_id":"exceptional-antique-indian-temple-door-coffee-table","title":"Exceptional Antique Indian Temple Door Coffee Table","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourced in Kerala on India’s Malabar coast, this 19th-Century Teak Temple Door Coffee Table is a one-of-a-kind piece shaped by reuse, handwork, and age.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally an Indian temple door, the piece has been repurposed into a low coffee table while retaining its original painted surface, brass nail-heads, carved rosette decoration, and figural artwork. Painted royal figures appear within oval panels, set against worn red, yellow, and multi-color tones that show fading, cracking, and surface loss consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultural Context \u0026amp; Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKerala Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced in Kerala, a coastal region of South India known for rich temple traditions, carved woodwork, and layered material history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepurposed Temple Door:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once part of an architectural setting, the antique teak door has been adapted into a functional coffee table while preserving its painted and carved surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainted Figural Decoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original painted finish includes royal figures, brass nail-heads, and carved rosette details that give the piece its visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeak Wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from antique teak, a durable hardwood valued for strength, density, and long use in architectural pieces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrass Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass nail-heads remain across the surface, adding metal contrast and evidence of the original door construction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquare Wood Legs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robust square legs support the repurposed door panel, giving the table a grounded, substantial stance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyling \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatement Coffee Table:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best placed in a living room, sitting area, studio, or collected interior where the painted surface can be appreciated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Architectural Form: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe 19-inch height gives it practical coffee table function while keeping the focus on the antique door panel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollected Interior Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eWorks well with woven rugs, linen seating, carved wood, brass, ceramics, aged textiles, and stone accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teak and brass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction: \u003c\/strong\u003e19th-century temple door repurposed into a coffee table\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original painted finish in red, yellow, and multi-color tones\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kerala, India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th century antique\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65\"L x 32\"D x 19\"H\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\/Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Indian temple door with painted figural decoration, repurposed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear consistent with age and use, including cracks, blemishes, loss of color, surface variation, and imperfections that contribute to the piece’s character and historical value\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Living rooms, sitting rooms, studios, and collected interiors\u003cbr\u003e• Statement coffee table styling\u003cbr\u003e• Pairing with woven rugs, linen upholstery, brass, pottery, and antique wood\u003cbr\u003e• Interiors that layer traditional, rustic, eclectic, or globally sourced pieces\u003cbr\u003e• Homes that value repurposed architectural elements and one-of-a-kind antique furniture\u003cbr\u003e• Adding painted surface detail without using framed artwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith its original painted finish, brass nail-heads, carved detail, and history as a 19th-century Kerala temple door, this coffee table offers functional use while preserving the character of an antique architectural piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53522868240691,"sku":"IMG_6789","price":2925.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/8566\/4307\/files\/templedoorcoffeetable.jpg?v=1781981461","url":"https:\/\/atlasandkiln.com\/products\/exceptional-antique-indian-temple-door-coffee-table","provider":"Atlas \u0026 Kiln","version":"1.0","type":"link"}