Carved Teak Nandi Bull Toy From South India - 19th Century Material - Zelkova Wood Condition: Good antique condition with

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and a deep

This iconic Japanese style stone snow lantern is hand carved

the Bhuta boar spirit

For a similar torgam featuring Taoist immortals see page 150 of Heritage from the Land of Snows: Antique Tibetan Furniture by Li Jianguang

These were originally used to keep fish in (usually koi carp)

Carved Teak Nandi Bull Toy From South India - 19th Century Material - Zelkova Wood Condition: Good antique condition withThis beautifully timeworn carved teak Nandi bull dates to the 19th century and originates from Andhra Pradesh in Southern India. Nandi, the bull, is the sacred mount and devoted companion of Lord Shiva, embodying purity, loyalty, and strength. Figures such as this were often placed in small household shrines or temples, where offerings and prayers were made to seek Shivas blessings. Carved from a single block of dense teak, this early example has an