Temple toy - Bronze - India - 19th century
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Original 19th century Indian bronze temple toy depicting an elephant with mahout, 13 × 13 × 9 cm, attributed as Original and provenance Casa de subastas.
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19th-century Indian temple toy made of bronze. The figure represents an elephant adorned with a decorative blanket, on which sits a rider (mahout). It retains its four iron wheels and axles with securing rings. It features incised and relief decoration.
This type of piece was produced for domestic, ritual, or ceremonial use and constitutes a traditional typology of Indian metalwork.
Provenance: Former private collection of Baden-Württemberg, Germany, acquired before 1977.
Origin: India
Period: 19th Century
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 13 × 13 × 9 cm
Weight: 650 g
It will be shipped with professional packaging and a tracking code.
Seller's Story
Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe.
Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
Translated by Google Translate19th-century Indian temple toy made of bronze. The figure represents an elephant adorned with a decorative blanket, on which sits a rider (mahout). It retains its four iron wheels and axles with securing rings. It features incised and relief decoration.
This type of piece was produced for domestic, ritual, or ceremonial use and constitutes a traditional typology of Indian metalwork.
Provenance: Former private collection of Baden-Württemberg, Germany, acquired before 1977.
Origin: India
Period: 19th Century
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 13 × 13 × 9 cm
Weight: 650 g
It will be shipped with professional packaging and a tracking code.
Seller's Story
Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe.
Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
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Dynastic Style/Period
19th century
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
India
Attribution
Original
Material
Bronze
Height
13 cm
Width
13 cm
Title of artwork
Temple toy
Depth
9 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
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