Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1950 Origin - Nepal This very decorative dragon chest

This very decorative dragon chest is one of our favourite pieces from an excellent quality recently acquired collection we've acquired

58 x 2 x 42 x 2

Boxes such as this would have been found in homes and courtyards

Used for Food preparation Carved by hand

This antique brass puja bell dates to the 19th century and would have been used during Hindu worship in homes and temples across India

Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1950 Origin - Nepal This very decorative dragon chestThis antique carved teak Nandi bull figure originates from Andhra Pradesh in Southern India. Nandi, the sacred bull, is known as the loyal gatekeeper and vehicle of Lord Shiva, one of Hinduisms principal deities. Figures such as this were often created as devotional or symbolic toys, embodying reverence, protection and strength within Indian village life. Carved from solid teak with a naturally aged patina and traces of old red pigment, this figure