Teak Triple Arch From Madyha Pradesh - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase An Old Carved Teak Nandi

An Old Carved Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Rajasthan with traces of original paint - The Nandi Bull is a symbol of Lord Shiva

the elephant was considered regal and a symbol of cosmic splendor

Origin: Surat

flowering prunus and garden plants

see Visions From The Golden Land €“ Burma & The Art Of Lacquer by R

Teak Triple Arch From Madyha Pradesh - 19th Century Style - Meiping Vase An Old Carved Teak NandiThis impressive Indian architectural archway originates from Madhya Pradesh and dates to the early 19th century. Carved from solid teak in the Mughal style, it is double sided which is considerably less common, with fully worked decoration on both faces. Such pieces were originally integrated into grand interiors, where they served as both architectural and decorative focal points, and very few survive in this condition today. The arch is articulated