Carved Teakwood Horse Head from Gujarat - 19thC Plates The term bi is applied

The term bi is applied to wide discs with proportionately small central holes

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this versatile object lends itself perfectly to contemporary use as a trinket box

This is a fabulously large antique Chinese camphor trunk from the early 19th century

it would make a distinctive coal scuttle

Carved Teakwood Horse Head from Gujarat - 19thC Plates The term bi is appliedThis magnificent 19th century teak horse head corbel originates from Gujarat and was originally carved as an architectural element from a grand doorway, where the horse traditionally symbolised strength, prosperity and protection. Boldly sculpted from a single solid block of teak, the form is powerful and expressive, with deeply modelled features, pronounced musculature and confident carving that speaks to the skill of the original craftsman. Over