Carved Teak Nandi Bull From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - Sri Lanka interior candle box

interior candle box

It has also retained its original brass

and objects of daily use were often elevated through intricate craftsmanship and elegant design

the glaze’s variations revealing the spontaneous alchemy of the firing process

They're hand carved and finished by skilled craftspeople in Udaipur using traditional methods to ensure they are frost hardy and suitable for the variable English weather

Carved Teak Nandi Bull From Rajasthan - 19th Century Origin - Sri Lanka interior candle boxThis charming 19th century carved teak Nandi bull originates from Andhra Pradesh and was once part of a traditional wooden toy. Representing Nandi, the sacred bull and devoted mount of Lord Shiva, the piece reflects the deep connection between everyday village life, craftsmanship and religious symbolism in India. Hand carved from a single piece of teak, the bull is decorated with simple geometric motifs and retains a wonderfully tactile, folk art