Carved Teak Lintel Panel From Gujarat - 19th Century Lampshades panelled lower doors

panelled lower doors

The flowers seen in each of the yellow panels are lotus flowers

Constructed from teak wood with a layer of old cream paint giving it so much character

Coated in a clear matte finish to protect against splashes and spills

Carved Teak Lintel Panel From Gujarat - 19th Century Lampshades panelled lower doorsSalvaged from a building that had fallen into disrepair in the state of Gujarat, this impressive Indian architectural lintel dates to the 19th century and is richly carved with symbolic imagery. Originally positioned above a doorway, it would have served both a protective and auspicious role within the home. The composition depicts two elephants with riders, carved in relief at either end, flanking the central figure of the deity Ganesh. Ganesh,