Bronze Nandi Bull From The Deccan - 18th Century Material - Shagreen Usually a family ancestor portrait

Usually a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table for the well being of the household

She is seen here performing alongside a deer

This piece is finished with hanji

Joss sticks were lit daily & placed on the top

A low chest of drawers like this is rare to find in Western furniture

Bronze Nandi Bull From The Deccan - 18th Century Material - Shagreen Usually a family ancestor portraitThis exquisite bronze Nandi bull originates from the Deccan region of India. Nandi is known for strength & virility the name means giving delight or giving joy. Nandi or Nandin is the sacred vahana (vehicle) of the Lord Shiva, inferring his power as a procreator. Devoted worshippers have polished this resplendent figure of a bull over time. Nandi is present in the home temple (mandapa) of every Shaivite and would be displayed in a recumbent position