Wooden almirahs of India are listed as amongst the most exported handicraft
products. As it is the very word, ' Wooden Almirah' brings forth an image of
an antique storage space in the kitchen or in the bedroom, study and in the
office spaces. Even the modern day almirah or the cupboard, as they are
called these days, is influenced by the antique almirahs. Almirah may have single or double door, which is rather elaborately carved or painted or inlayed with copper or brass. Some even have glass or lattice wok doors. It may be shelved or may have hanging space along with the shelves.
The decorative work on the wooden almirah relates it to a particular culture, region and the time period in history and just like other crafts the furniture craft. Made of various types of wood, these wooden almirahs with their varied looks and finishes have always been one of the most sought after furniture item for every houses.
