Carved Teak Chariot Carving Of Lord Rama - 19th Century Planters a gesture of prayer and

a gesture of prayer and peace

highlighting the depth and texture of the carving

Condition: Naturally aged wood with minor surface wear consistent with age

in a hallway or as part of a layered wall display

With every panel unique

Carved Teak Chariot Carving Of Lord Rama - 19th Century Planters a gesture of prayer andThis carved teak chariot panel depicting Lord Rama is from an old temple chariot from Tamil Nadu in South India. Lord Rama is associated with virtue and was believed to be an incarnation of Vishnu. Rama is seen here wearing a Kiritamukuta, 'The Highest of All Crowns' holding a bow. This is likely a scene from The Ramayana, an ancient Hindu epic written in Sanskrit, specifically the tale of Vali & Sugriva. Vali & Sugriva were brothers and when Sugriva