CAG

Chettinad
Antique
Galleria

Masters of Wood Carving & Heritage Furniture


Est. in Chettinad · Tamil Nadu · India

Exquisite hand-carved masterpieces rooted in centuries of Chettinad tradition — crafting heritage furniture, Raja palace decor & bespoke wood art for discerning homes worldwide.

Our Story

Where Ancient Wood
Meets Timeless Art

Deep in the heart of Tamil Nadu, the Chettinad region has been home to master craftsmen whose hands have shaped teak, rosewood, and Burma wood into objects of extraordinary beauty for centuries. Our artisans carry forward a living tradition that goes back generations, long before the word "antique" ever applied to their earliest works.

At Chettinad Antique Galleria, we honour this sacred craft by creating intricately carved furniture, grand palace doors, towering pillars, and decorative pieces that capture the soul of Raja palace architecture and the warmth of a true Chettinad home. Every chisel stroke tells a story. Every grain of wood holds a memory.

CAG Est. Chettinad
25+
Years of Craft
500+
Pieces Created
12+
Countries Served
100%
Handcrafted

Masterpieces

The Art of Chettinad Carving

Raja Palace Doors

Grand Teak Entrance Doors

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Heritage Furniture

Chettinad Antique Chairs

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Decorative Panels

Floral Carved Wall Panels

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Temple Art

Sacred Pillars & Columns

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Bedroom

Royal Carved Beds

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Master Wood Selection

We source only the finest Burma teak, Indian rosewood, and aged country wood — materials with character, density, and the perfect grain for intricate carving work.

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Hand-Carved Mastery

Every motif — from floral paisleys to divine figures and geometric patterns — is carved entirely by hand using traditional chisels passed down through generations of master craftsmen.

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Heritage Finishing

Natural oils, lac finishes, and age-old polishing techniques breathe life into each piece — enhancing the natural beauty of the wood while ensuring decades of lasting durability.

What Our Clients Say

The carved teak doors they made for our Chettinad mansion are beyond words. Every petal, every divine figure is carved with such devotion — this is not furniture, it is sacred art.

— Raja Muthuramalingam, Karaikudi Palatial Home

Begin Your Journey

Commission Your
Masterpiece Today

From single decorative panels to complete palace interiors — we bring your vision to life in wood.

Location

Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu

Instagram

@chettinad_antique__galleria

Specialty

Bespoke Wood Carving