Name: Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1950's
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A01872V8
Price: 110.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Old Carved And Painted Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh

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Face Detail From Old Carved And Painted Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh

Frontal View Of Old Carved And Painted Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh

Rear View Of Old Carved And Painted Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh

SKU: A01872V8 Circa 1950, from Andhra Pradesh, India

£110 ^{Inc Tax.}

Dimensions:: W12 x D4.5 x H18 cm
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK
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Only 1 available – a unique piece
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This charming old carved and painted teak Nandi bull toy comes from Andhra Pradesh in Southern India. Nandi, the sacred bull, is the devoted mount and gatekeeper of Lord Shiva — one of the principal deities of the Hindu pantheon. Carvings of Nandi have long been revered in Indian culture as symbols of strength, devotion and protection.

Hand-carved from teak and retaining traces of its original red and black pigment, this figure has a timeworn patina that speaks to its age and character. Once likely a child’s toy, it now makes a striking decorative or collectible piece of Indian folk art. Each Nandi carving is unique, reflecting the individuality of the village craftsman who made it.

Origin: Andhra Pradesh, India
Date: Early to mid 20th century
Materials: Hand-carved teak wood with traces of original pigment
Features: Depicts Nandi, the sacred bull of Lord Shiva; old painted surface with red and black remains
Condition: Age-related wear consistent with use; remnants of old paint visible
Dimensions: W12 x D4.5 x H18 cm