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Antique Mythical Lion & Hunter, Hand Carved & Painted, India, 19th Century

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Antique Tamil Nadu massive ferocious mythical lion (Yali) and hunter sculpture - hand carved from a single piece of wood (likely teak or walnut) - multi color painted finish with fine detail - unsigned - India (Tamil Nadu) - 19th century. Excellent antique condition - paint loss/fragile original paint - no body loss - no apparent restoration - surface grime with signs of age and use. Size -large - 16" (40.5 cm.) wide x 19" (48.2 cm.) high x 7" (18 cm.) deep. Provenance - Purportedly part of a collection belonging to a former Viceroy of India.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Chatham, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7265230099542
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