Name: Carved Kalaśa Lintel Panel From Gujarat - 19thC
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A03093
Price: 399.0 GBP
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Carved Teak Lintel Panel From Gujarat With Painted Elephants And Floral Motifs

Central pūrṇa kalaśa (full water vessel carving Detail From Carved Teak Lintel Panel From Gujarat With Painted Elephants And Floral Motifs

Elephant Carving Detail From Carved Teak Lintel Panel From Gujarat With Painted Elephants And Floral Motifs

Floral Carving Detail From Carved Teak Lintel Panel From Gujarat With Painted Elephants And Floral Motifs

Angled View Of Carved Teak Lintel Panel From Gujarat With Painted Elephants And Floral Motifs

Carved Kalaśa Lintel Panel From Gujarat - 19thC

SKU: A03093 19th Century, from Gujarat, India

Dimensions:: W118 x D5 x H13 cm
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK

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Rich with symbolism and exquisite craftsmanship, this 19th-century carved teak lintel panel hails from Gujarat, India. Originally salvaged from a building fallen into disrepair, it would once have adorned the top of a doorway€”welcoming guests with its joyful parade of elephants and intricate floral motifs. The central pūrṇa kalaśa (full water vessel) inviting prosperity, purity, and divine presence into the home.

Finely hand-carved and painted in faded yet vibrant tones, the panel captures the regional aesthetic traditions of Gujarat, where architectural woodwork was often both devotional and decorative.

Its elongated form and layered visual narrative make it a striking piece for wall display or above a mantel. The carving reveals a deep patina and traces of original polychrome, adding to its rich character and authenticity. Supplied with sturdy hangers.

Origin: Gujarat, India
Date: 19th century
Materials: Hand-carved teak with traces of original polychrome
Features: Depicts elephants, floral roundels, with a central pūrṇa kalaśa (full water vessel
Condition: Weathered surface with worn paint; structurally sound
Dimensions: W118 x D5 x H13 cm

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