Carved Teak Horse Chariot Carving From Tamil Nadu - 19th Century Period - 18th Century With nearly two centuries of

With nearly two centuries of age

With three useful drawers in the front to stow away remotes & cables

the aged blue-green paint finish gives this cabinet a true vintage feel

The carved apron runs continuously around the table

Carved Teak Horse Chariot Carving From Tamil Nadu - 19th Century Period - 18th Century With nearly two centuries ofThis beautifully carved Indian architectural support is from a large chariot locally called ter or Ratha Yatra. It would have been one of four corner brackets. These chariots were decorated with sacred Hindu scenes and are the finest wooden sculptures found in Tamil Nadu. This example dates to the early 19th century and is made from teak wood. Ratha Yatra temples were so large, they were pulled through the streets by teams of devotional worshipers