Carved Teak Votive Panel From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1920's Desks offering a fascinating glimpse into

offering a fascinating glimpse into its past as a children's toy or ceremonial object

9 x 9 x 13 (wxdxh cms)

They are constructed from Northern Elm (yumu)

The thick walls insulate soil

a natural deterrent against moths and insects and therefore safeguarded clothes and silk garments

Carved Teak Votive Panel From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1920's Desks offering a fascinating glimpse intoThese beautifully carved old teak votive panels are from Andrah Pradesh, India, and are over 100 years old. Carved by tribal people who used them to decorate the walls of their village huts. They look great hung on a wall as a group. Supplied ready fitted with a hanger.