A BASTAR BRONZE HOUDAH ROOF
A BASTAR BRONZE HOUDAH ROOF
Bronze
India, 19th-20th century
This is a roof of a houdah, which is a carriage positioned on the back of an elephant. On the side of the roof is decorated with several diamond shape ornaments. There are two Nags on the back and their tails surround the whole roof. In the middle is a roof top decoration with a standing peacock. Two equipped warrior horses are in the front.
Dimensions: DIAMETER 12.5 CM, HEIGHT 11.5CM
Condition: Several diamond shape ornaments are missing. Good condition.
Provenance: Collection of an Indian gentleman