Old Indian Ivory Carving of Elephant with Howdah.

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 1940: item #1115856
2255

Carved ivory in one piece. An elephant hung with textiles and with a howdah on its back. Inside the howdah are two male passengers and the elephant's mahout is seated on its neck. Oval base. Condition: elephant goad is lost, missing end of elephant's tassel, few age lines. Dimension: 12.6 cm high, weight: 324 g. Cites documentation can be obtained if required.

Anglo Indian Extending Rosewood Book Rack

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 1900: item #1074584

A very unusual and expertly carved Anglo Indian rosewood extending book rack. Both ends are carved in minute detail with cranes among grapevines. The extending platform sits on four typical Georgian feet, the edges embellished with leaves. A super piece in great condition, although two of the feet appear to have old repairs. Circa 1840. Measurements: 18 inches long, measured from foot to foot, 30 inches fully extended. 6 1/2 inches deep, again measured from foot to foot, and 9 inched tall. By fa... Click for details

South Indian Goddess

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 1970: item #1060153
2283

Primitive carving of a woman, from Southern India- possibly Orissa- probably a Hindu or fertility goddess. Not much else I can say about this piece except I bought it on its artistic merit. About 40 or 50 years old, some damage on the left side of head, H: 17.5cm/6.9in.

Indian ivory carving of St. George and the dragon

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 1920: item #1017848
1646/268

An Indian ivory figure of St. George and the dragon showing the Saint in his typical pose on a horseback and the dragon subdued on the ground. The sculpture is very well carved, there is life and movement , struggle and energy all too perceptible in this classic scene. size: 7 1/2 inches (19cm) high overall. age: C. 1910. condition: very good, no restoration, no breaks. It is on its original fixed wooden plinth.We can obtain CITES EXPORT LICENCE, in 2/3 weeks, if necessary.

A Large Carved Marble Caparisoned Elephant (India)

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 2000: item #961599

From our Indian Subcontinent Collection, a large carved marble caparisoned elephant from Southern India. Naturalistically carved from a cream / off-white colored marble, this makes for a good decorator's item for those looking to add an Indian flair.

Size and Condition: 12 inches tall, 10 inches long, and 4 inches deep. A very heavy and substantial piece of marble at approximately 20 pounds.

Anglo-Indian ebony tea caddy

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 1900: item #937017
1326/231

An Anglo-Indian ebony tea caddy from the region of Negina, carved in low relief with the flora and foliage of the region. On account of the hardness of ebony as a wood, most carvers achieved their excellence with shallow decoration. This caddy bears a silver double-headed eagle mount on the cover and four silver protective corner mounts , thus creating an elegant contrast of colours. We have not researched the eagle , but it points to a Portuguese market.size: 8 1/4 inches (21cm) x 4 1/2 inches ... Click for details

Anglo Indian Monghyr ebony box ivory inlaid

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 1900: item #716422
1375/511

An Anglo-Indian sewing box of ebony inlaid with ivory from Monghyr region. The hinged cover with its velvet padded interior, lifts to reveal two compartments: the upper compartment has 13 sections four with their ornately inlaid lids, the lower compartment is a vacant chamber. The inlay work is a delicate execution of scrolling flowering plants which are in good condition.The box stands on four round feet and has carved facetted handles. For further examples of Monghyr woodwork see Amin Jaffer "... Click for details

Hindu Trinity Carved in Granite

Indian Subcontinent: India: Carvings Pre 1980: item #287355
28-05

Vishnu, the central figure, faces forward, with Shiva in half profile on the right and Brahma in half profile on the left in this exceptionally finely done granite sculpture of the Hindu Trinity. With three sides of the carving devoted to the gods in their prescribed relative positions, the back side of the piece depicts Lakshmi, goddess of wealth and happiness. She is carved in relief as a smaller figure recessed within a shell-shaped frame. The smooth granite faces of the figures are rendered... Click for details