Painted Ganesh Lintel Panel From Kutch - 19th Century Vases Chests and trunks were used

Chests and trunks were used as storage in homes and monasteries

Each Nandi carving is unique

This piece was selected by the buyers for it‚¬„¢s beautiful patina

With remnants of original painting

with four solid shelves framed by upright posts and open sides

Painted Ganesh Lintel Panel From Kutch - 19th Century Vases Chests and trunks were usedThis exceptional 19th century carved wooden lintel panel originates from Kutch in Gujarat, Western India, and once formed part of the architectural decoration above a doorway in a traditional home. Richly hand carved and retaining traces of its original painted finish, the panel centres around a beautifully detailed depiction of Ganesh, the revered Hindu deity associated with wisdom, protection and good fortune. Ganesh is framed by scrolling foliate