Rare and imposing temple chariot with horse and rider (Rath) - Patinated bronze - India - 18th–early 19th century
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Rare and imposing ceremonial temple chariot with horse and rider (Rath) in patinated bronze, originating from India and dating to the late 18th century or early 19th century, measuring 30 cm in length, 17 cm high and 13 cm deep, weighing 3 kg, provenance private collection, in good condition, authentic/original.
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Splendid and authentic ceremonial chariot from a Hindu temple (Rath), dating to the late 18th century or the first half of the 19th century. A sacred and devotional Indian folk art artifact, it clearly stands out from commercial reproductions and is a true high-era collector's piece.
The main structure is cast in heavy solid bronze with a high copper content. The wheel axle and locking pins are entirely hand-forged in wrought iron at the forge, with pin heads hot-riveted to irregular wedges. Made using the traditional lost-wax method or earth/clay mold. The interior of the cart features the typical porous, rough 'casting skin'. Native structure divided into two independent, disassemblable parts (cart and draft animal group with horse) through a system of eyelets cast directly into the block. The wheels rotate smoothly on their axles. The object is completely free of chemical paints, varnishes, or modern bitumen. It presents a superb deep and authentic chemical patina, characterized by dark oxidation in the recesses and stable verdigris (natural copper carbonate) growth accumulated over decades.
- Dimensions: 30 cm (length) x 17 cm (height)
- Weight: 3000 grams (3 kg)
- Shipping method: Careful shipment via trackable express courier, professional reinforced packaging specific for heavy bronze objects.
Splendid and authentic ceremonial chariot from a Hindu temple (Rath), dating to the late 18th century or the first half of the 19th century. A sacred and devotional Indian folk art artifact, it clearly stands out from commercial reproductions and is a true high-era collector's piece.
The main structure is cast in heavy solid bronze with a high copper content. The wheel axle and locking pins are entirely hand-forged in wrought iron at the forge, with pin heads hot-riveted to irregular wedges. Made using the traditional lost-wax method or earth/clay mold. The interior of the cart features the typical porous, rough 'casting skin'. Native structure divided into two independent, disassemblable parts (cart and draft animal group with horse) through a system of eyelets cast directly into the block. The wheels rotate smoothly on their axles. The object is completely free of chemical paints, varnishes, or modern bitumen. It presents a superb deep and authentic chemical patina, characterized by dark oxidation in the recesses and stable verdigris (natural copper carbonate) growth accumulated over decades.
- Dimensions: 30 cm (length) x 17 cm (height)
- Weight: 3000 grams (3 kg)
- Shipping method: Careful shipment via trackable express courier, professional reinforced packaging specific for heavy bronze objects.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
18th–early 19th century
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
India
Material
Patinated bronze
Height
17 cm
Width
30 cm
Title of artwork
Rare and imposing temple chariot with horse and rider (Rath)
Depth
13 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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