Pair of Carved Teak Corbels From Maharashtra - 19th Century Ancestor Figures equally effective displayed as standalone

equally effective displayed as standalone decorative art or used with tea lights

making it both a practical storage chest and a significant piece of antique tribal art

these are often used as decorative shelves or places to display ornaments

Rosewood or Jackfruit wood they were made to order by skilled carpenters

As is also common with these pieces

Pair of Carved Teak Corbels From Maharashtra - 19th Century Ancestor Figures equally effective displayed as standaloneThis pair of 19th century teak corbels were meticulously crafted to provide artistic decoration to pillars which gave support to architectural beams. Each corbel is adorned with intricate carvings, making them versatile as both sculptural accents and bookends, or why not use them to support a wooden shelf.