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A scene from Ramakian or Ramayan, the Indian epic Rama and Sita.
Large and heavy Antique Indian Temple toy metal camel, bronze camel on wheels.
Camel with rider on wheels, beautiful metal children's toy sculpture.
Large sized (11" height) Indian temple toy, Camel with rider.
Very rare to find a toy of this size. India is famous for its brass and copper metal craftsmanship. It has a rich tradition of making metal objects which are used for both religious and secular purposes. Andhra Pradesh in particular has a history of outstanding metal workmanship or “Vishwakarmas”, which can be traced back to the grandeur and glory of the Kakatiya Kingdom. It was during this time when metal craft attained the pinnacle of perfection in the high degree of skill displayed by the master craftsmen. A wide variety of brass and copper objects were made including a wide variety of lamps, pilgrimage figures, toys and boxes, both for religious and secular purposes, such as this superb brass temple toy. Wheels roll very smooth.
Nice cast bronze toy of Buddhist history.
Late 19th century Indian bronze camel toy with lost wax decoration to wheels and livery.
Wheels roll very smooth.
Dimensions: 11 in. H x 9.5 in W x 7.5 in D.
Antique hindu bronze Temple camel statue toy on wheels.
Commonly known as "Temple Toys," these cast brass figures date back to the early-to-mid 19th Century India. They were mainly used as devotional donations for Khanodba and Shiva in Central India, as well as Ayyannar and Karuppan in Tamil Nadu.
Dating from the last half of the 19th century, this was a temple offering, left by the devout at Hindu temples this bronze temple toy would have been given to the children waiting for their parents during temple services in India.
Since ancient times, a person was held in high esteem for the donation of a camel, horse or other animal to one of the Gods. It was believe that these bronze figures allowed the God to come to the aid of the devotee in times of need. These figures would be left as offerings in a nearby temple, where children would often find them and use them as toys; hence the name "Temple Toy."
Antique East Indian Temple Toys, Devotional Shrine Brass camel with Rider on Wheels, Hindu, Collectible, Cast Metal Horse, Museum.
Cast bronze camel with elaborate caparisoned high pommeled saddle and trappings, and a braided mane and tail, the legs ending in wheeled axels the
This camel is heavy and the sculptural details are full of artisanal charm and irregularities.
The wheels turn independently of the iron axles, and it has clearly been loved and well used by generations of children.
Antique cast brass iron horse Indian temple toy. The horse and chariot both have wonderful detail, the wheels roll freely.
In great condition with a nice aged patina.
Handcrafted in India.
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
- Style:Moorish (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
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- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:North Hollywood, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: KB9221stDibs: LU906830613892
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