Indian Chariot Carving of Shiva Riding a Nandi - 18thC Wardrobes still a youth'

still a youth'

Origin: South India

Features: Brass bound construction

Materials: Reclaimed teak wood with iron hardware

125 x 51 x 46 (wxdxh cms)

Indian Chariot Carving of Shiva Riding a Nandi - 18thC Wardrobes still a youth'This hand carved teak chariot carving of Lord Shiva with a Vahana Nandi bull dates from the 18th century. Chariot panels originate mostly from Tamil Nadu in South India. These chariots, called Ratha Yatra are decorated with carved teak sacred scenes and images of deities. The chariots are enormous temples on wheels that are drawn through the streets by hundreds of devotees. Temples depicting Jagannath (an avatar of Vishnu) are a true splendor to