Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1950 Scarf while the upper has two

while the upper has two sliding doors revealing ample storage within

Elm Bench from Shanxi Province - Ca 100 Yrs Old

The carving is identical to European chip carving of the 13th century

the creature is rendered with remarkable detail

decorative locking clasp

Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1950 Scarf while the upper has twoThis 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