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Indian Marwari horse statuette of folk art – hand-carved exotic wood, brass & copper – Rajasthan, mid-20th century

Description of the lot

Magnificent vintage sculpture depicting a ceremonial horse, traditionally handcrafted in the Rajasthan region of India.
This folk art piece stands out for its meticulous carving work on solid dark exotic wood, highlighting the noble stature of the animal inspired by the famous Marwari war horses.
The figurine is richly adorned with a ceremonial harness and parade saddle meticulously fashioned from brass and copper plates. It features superb ornamental details, including a large central floral rosette on the saddle, as well as geometric friezes and paisley droplet motifs typical of Indian aesthetics.
A collectible piece ideal for interior decoration in an ethnic, bohemian chic, or curiosity cabinet style.