Painted Horse Head Corbel On Stand - 19th Century Hat 148 x 46 x 85

148 x 46 x 85 (wxdxh cms)

The Buddha & base are in 2 parts

Dating to the 1930s during the final decades of the British Raj

This example was purchased at auction in London

These chests are known as ryobiraki dansu or kannon birake tansu which refers to the double doors on the top half

Painted Horse Head Corbel On Stand - 19th Century Hat 148 x 46 x 85This magnificent horse head started out as a corbel from a grand doorway in India, where the horse is a symbol of prosperity. Crafted in the 19th century from solid teak wood it is beautifully carved from a single piece of wood, it has been mounted on a simple iron stand to produce a wonderful sculpture. The wonderful deep carvings are complimented by a rich patina and patches of old red paint.