Carved Elephant Corbel From Gujarat - 19th Century
This 19th-century carved teak elephant corbel from Gujarat is a striking architectural fragment that once formed part of a traditional haveli or temple structure. Boldly sculpted from solid teak, the corbel features a richly adorned elephant head with a parrot perched playfully on its crown—an auspicious pairing symbolising protection, wisdom and good fortune in Gujarati tradition.
The carving displays a wonderful interplay of forms: the elephant’s textured trunk and patterned body contrast with the delicately rendered parrot and the scrolling floral motifs that frame the side panel. Traces of old pigment survive across the surface, softening into a timeworn patina that highlights both age and craftsmanship. Mounted on a bespoke iron stand, it now presents as a sculptural object with strong decorative presence.
- Origin: Gujarat, India
- Date: 19th Century
- Materials: Carved teak with traces of old pigment
- Features: Elephant head with parrot, floral side carvings, traditional architectural corbel form, mounted on iron stand
- Condition: Aged surface with weathering consistent with architectural use
- Dimensions: W20 x D30 x H30 cm
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Carved Elephant Corbel From Gujarat - 19th Century
This 19th-century carved teak elephant corbel from Gujarat is a striking architectural fragment that once formed part of a traditional haveli or temple structure. Boldly sculpted from solid teak, the corbel features a richly adorned elephant head with a parrot perched playfully on its crown—an auspicious pairing symbolising protection, wisdom and good fortune in Gujarati tradition.
The carving displays a wonderful interplay of forms: the elephant’s textured trunk and patterned body contrast with the delicately rendered parrot and the scrolling floral motifs that frame the side panel. Traces of old pigment survive across the surface, softening into a timeworn patina that highlights both age and craftsmanship. Mounted on a bespoke iron stand, it now presents as a sculptural object with strong decorative presence.
- Origin: Gujarat, India
- Date: 19th Century
- Materials: Carved teak with traces of old pigment
- Features: Elephant head with parrot, floral side carvings, traditional architectural corbel form, mounted on iron stand
- Condition: Aged surface with weathering consistent with architectural use
- Dimensions: W20 x D30 x H30 cm
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This 19th-century carved teak elephant corbel from Gujarat is a striking architectural fragment that once formed part of a traditional haveli or temple structure. Boldly sculpted from solid teak, the corbel features a richly adorned elephant head with a parrot perched playfully on its crown—an auspicious pairing symbolising protection, wisdom and good fortune in Gujarati tradition.
The carving displays a wonderful interplay of forms: the elephant’s textured trunk and patterned body contrast with the delicately rendered parrot and the scrolling floral motifs that frame the side panel. Traces of old pigment survive across the surface, softening into a timeworn patina that highlights both age and craftsmanship. Mounted on a bespoke iron stand, it now presents as a sculptural object with strong decorative presence.
- Origin: Gujarat, India
- Date: 19th Century
- Materials: Carved teak with traces of old pigment
- Features: Elephant head with parrot, floral side carvings, traditional architectural corbel form, mounted on iron stand
- Condition: Aged surface with weathering consistent with architectural use
- Dimensions: W20 x D30 x H30 cm
