Carved Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Rajasthan - 19th Century Sale traces of old pitch remain

traces of old pitch remain in the carvings

These traditional tribal silver amulets come from Rajasthan and are made by the repousse technique (hammering the design from the reverse)

lacquered and gilded with gold leaf

It's hand carved in the classic Mughal style with a trailing acanthus design

Later the shape was refined and became a classic vase style also known as a "Trumpet Mouth Vase

Carved Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Rajasthan - 19th Century Sale traces of old pitch remainAn old carved and teak Nandi bull toy from Rajasthan. The Nandi Bull is a symbol of Lord Shiva and 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 wooden wheels. Nandi bulls are a perfect gift for a collector of art as each one is unique.