Carved Teak Votive Panel From Andhra Pradesh - Early 20th Century Material - Red Coral organic patterns flowing across the

organic patterns flowing across the façade like natural marbling

hand-crafted in Rajasthan with a distinctive artisan finish

Boxes like these were used for storing spices

an avatar of Lord Shiva

165 x 40 x 84 (wxdxh cms)

Carved Teak Votive Panel From Andhra Pradesh - Early 20th Century Material - Red Coral organic patterns flowing across theThese beautifully carved Indian panels were carved from local teak trees by local tribal people. They were symbols of their favorite deity hung on the walls of tribal village huts in Andhra Pradesh. These panels date to the early 20th century (circa 1900) and would have been cherished and interacted with on a daily basis. They look great hung on a wall as a group. This particular panel has a half lotus design on the lintel. Supplied fitted with a wall