Carved Teak Chariot Carving Of Lord Rama - 19th Century Planters lending the piece a refined

lending the piece a refined and timeless presence

This excellent antique Chinese pith painting is painted on pith paper and dates from the 19th century

108 x 7 x 200 (w x d x h cms)

Condition: Naturally aged wood with minor surface wear consistent with age

With every panel unique

Carved Teak Chariot Carving Of Lord Rama - 19th Century Planters lending the piece a refinedThis carved teak chariot panel depicting Lord Rama is from an old temple chariot from Tamil Nadu in South India. Lord Rama is associated with virtue and was believed to be an incarnation of Vishnu. Rama is seen here wearing a Kiritamukuta, 'The Highest of All Crowns' holding a bow. This is likely a scene from The Ramayana, an ancient Hindu epic written in Sanskrit, specifically the tale of Vali & Sugriva. Vali & Sugriva were brothers and when Sugriva