Carved Teak Horse Bracket From South India - 18thC Style - Wine Jars Construction: Handcrafted Using Traditional Joinery

Construction: Handcrafted Using Traditional Joinery

The timber retains a wonderfully weathered surface

probably the first that had been seen in this remote part of China

reflecting the regional craftsmanship for which Jaisalmer is renowned

providing full customization to suit any area they are situated in

Carved Teak Horse Bracket From South India - 18thC Style - Wine Jars Construction: Handcrafted Using Traditional JoineryThis beautifully carved architectural support likely would have come from a large chariot called a 'Rath' or sometimes 'Juggernaut'. These were essentially giant rolling temples made form wood and pulled by teams of devotional worshipers often hundreds strong. Beautiful carvings like this often adorned the chariots. It depicts a hunting scene with armed riders on horseback and another figure on foot next to a tiger. Similar examples can be found with