Items Similar to Pair of South Indian Hand-Carved Fore and Aft Indian Snake Boat Prows
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11
Pair of South Indian Hand-Carved Fore and Aft Indian Snake Boat Prows
About the Item
these unique carvings are from a Churulan Vallam, a traditional narrow boat used in the famous snake boat races of Kerala, South India and powered by approximately 45 people; the prow is carved as a "churul" meaning a ring out of local aini wood and adorned with incised carvings and applied metal embellishments
- Dimensions:Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Other (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1910-1919
- Date of Manufacture:1910
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. some missing metal elements with overall wear and abrasions; age cracks.
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 54711stDibs: LU797040529292
About the Seller
4.9
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
Established in 2003
1stDibs seller since 2004
209 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: San Francisco, CA
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllLarge Pair of Roman Rococo Carved Giltwood Putti Harvesting Grapes
Located in San Francisco, CA
Purchased in Rome in the 1980's, the well-carved chubby winged putti in opposing stances and poised on one foot over a rock-work base; depicting the grape harvest also known as the a...
Category
Antique 1750s Italian Rococo Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$10,280 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Walter Mader Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Dog
By Walter Mäder
Located in San Francisco, CA
the hand-carved and finely detailed recumbent mother Retriever with raised head and glass eyes giving a direct gaze to a distant object; wearing a knotted leash attached to a thick c...
Category
Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Well-Carved Pair of Italian Romanesque Style Gray Painted Wooden Masks now Lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
A well-carved and stylized pair of Italian Romanesque style gray painted wooden masks now mounted as lamps; each bearded face surrounded by thick curl...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Classical Roman Table Lamps
A Rare Pair of Bisque Porcelain Whippet Figurines by Boehm Studios
By Eduard Boehm
Located in San Francisco, CA
this rare pair of bisque porcelain whippet figurines from Boehm Studios was commissioned by President Dwight Eisenhower in 1954; each unique statue, one male and one female in an alert standing position with heads turned and ears pricked; with maker's mark to underside.
The Museum of American Porcelain Art has included Edward Marshall Boehm...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Other Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Well-Carved Italian Marble Architectural Element of a Flower on a Steel Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A well carved floral element of translucent marble; raised on a custom made steel base.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Beaux Arts Mounted Objects
Materials
Carrara Marble
A Large 1960s Carved Rosewood Mouse: Gumps, San Francisco
By Gumps
Located in San Francisco, CA
the large upright mouse with direct gaze fitted with leather ears and incised whiskers; above a bulbous elongated body with curled tail; with foil label 'Gumps'
Category
Vintage 1960s Philippine Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$2,200 Sale Price
20% Off
You May Also Like
South Indian Kerala Hand-Carved Wooden Boat Prow in Nice Scrolling Wave Shape
Located in Atlanta, GA
A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand-carved boat prow from Kerala is adorn with curling volute and decoratively cu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
South Indian Scrolling Carved Wood Boat Prow Made Nautical Sculpture Accessory
Located in Atlanta, GA
A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand-carved boat prow from Kerala is adorn with curling volute and decoratively cu...
Category
20th Century Indian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Carved Wood Boat Prow from Kerala, South India with Natural, Elegant Wave Shape
Located in Atlanta, GA
A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand-carved boat prow from Kerala is adorn with curling volute and decoratively cu...
Category
20th Century Indian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Pair of Carved Wood Catfish Head Boat Prows on Custom Stands--New Guinea
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of carved wood catfish head boat prows from Papua New Guinea. This pair of mid-20th century Papua New Guinean boat prows has been carved out of wood and features the head of a...
Category
20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Kerala Spiral Carved-Wood Boat Prow from Southern India
Located in Atlanta, GA
A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand carved boat prow from Kerala is adorn with pierced spiral-carved volute, suppor...
Category
20th Century Indian Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Nautical Boat Prow from Kerala, South India with Simple, Elegant Wave Scroll
Located in Atlanta, GA
A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand-carved boat prow from Kerala is adorn with curling volute and cut metal bandi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Carved Boat
Antique South Indian Furniture
Carved Wood Boat
Hand Carved Wood Boat
Antique Boat Ring
Antique Rings India
Carved Wood Snake
Wood Snake Sculpture
Snake Carving
Antique Indian Ring
South India Sculpture
Kerala Antique
Kerala Antique Furniture
Boat Prow
French Studio Glass
Mid Century Desk Lamps
Antique Walnut Chairs
French University Chairs