Carved Teak Musician Panels From Gujarat - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps It's constructed from northern elm

It's constructed from northern elm wood (yumu)

which represents his time spent as a cowherd

while the reverse offers a bold contrast with vertical bands of yellow

18 x 18 x 31(w x d x h cms)

A chest of the same style dated inscribed with a plaque "East Indies 1863" sold at Dreweatts 1759 'Drew Pritchard: The Collection' auction

Carved Teak Musician Panels From Gujarat - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps It's constructed from northern elmThese musician panels, carved from teak wood in Gujarat during the 19th century, exude unique character. Rescued from a dilapidated building, they now serve as stunning decorative pieces with a rich history which could be used as book ends Each sold separately