Sculpture, Ancienne tête de cheval Marwari - 40 cm - Teak - 1850
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Selected by Surya Rutten
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Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Antique Marwari horse head from India, circa 1850, carved in teak, 40 cm high including the stand (base 12 × 12 cm), in excellent condition and non-signed, in the Art populaire style with the English East India Company dynastic period, provenance from a private collection, titled “Ancienne tête de cheval Marwari” and sold with a stand.
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Sublime & Ancient (circa 1850) finely carved Marwari horse head from Rajasthan, India.
It has partially preserved its original colors.
The Marwari is a horse breed originating from the Marvar region of India (Jodhpur).
Horse heads in wood adorned the entrance doors of traditional houses.
This head is sold with a metal stand.
The Marwari is a breed of horses originating from the Mârvar region in India (Jodhpur). It is easily recognizable and widely reputed for its crescent-shaped ears.
Teak horse heads adorned the entrance doors of traditional houses in pairs.
Total dimensions (with base): height 40 cm. Base in iron: 12 x 12 cm
2870 g
The head alone measures 36 x 16.5 x 10 cm.
Antique dealer specializing in Asian arts, my positive feedback rating is 100%. I sell only antique objects acquired on site during my many travels. They are by no means reproductions.
In order to let you appreciate the quality of the item, I am including numerous photos taken from various angles. These photos are an integral part of the description.
Carefully packaged, this item will be delivered to you by bpost Belgium.
Sublime & Ancient (circa 1850) finely carved Marwari horse head from Rajasthan, India.
It has partially preserved its original colors.
The Marwari is a horse breed originating from the Marvar region of India (Jodhpur).
Horse heads in wood adorned the entrance doors of traditional houses.
This head is sold with a metal stand.
The Marwari is a breed of horses originating from the Mârvar region in India (Jodhpur). It is easily recognizable and widely reputed for its crescent-shaped ears.
Teak horse heads adorned the entrance doors of traditional houses in pairs.
Total dimensions (with base): height 40 cm. Base in iron: 12 x 12 cm
2870 g
The head alone measures 36 x 16.5 x 10 cm.
Antique dealer specializing in Asian arts, my positive feedback rating is 100%. I sell only antique objects acquired on site during my many travels. They are by no means reproductions.
In order to let you appreciate the quality of the item, I am including numerous photos taken from various angles. These photos are an integral part of the description.
Carefully packaged, this item will be delivered to you by bpost Belgium.
Details
Over 200 years old
No
Wood type
Teak
Era
1400-1900
Style
Folk Art
Country of origin
India
Material
Wood
Title of artwork
Ancienne tête de cheval Marwari
Signature
Not signed
Dynastic style/period
British India Company (1600 – 1858)
Provenance
Private collection
Year
1850
Condition
Excellent condition
Sold with stand
Yes
Height
40 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
2870 g
