Indian Nandi Bull Figurine From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Brass Layers of worn turquoise paint

Layers of worn turquoise paint reveal the teak beneath

and work particularly well in pairs beside a sofa

Perfect as a Jewellery or Treasures Box

called Ratha Yatra are decorated with carved teak sacred scenes and images

decorative metalwork

Indian Nandi Bull Figurine From Rajasthan - 19th Century Material - Brass Layers of worn turquoise paintAn old carved and painted teak Nandi bull toy from Rajasthan with traces of original paint The Nandi Bull is a symbol of Lord Shiva. Cows are still revered and continue to wander the streets in India. This piece dates to the 19th century and is over 100 years old. It originally had wheels. Although it was once painted lime green, it has been stained by years of tikka powder applied during daily puja. Nandi bulls are a perfect gift for a collector of