Vintage Painted Cow Toy From Gujarat - Ca 1940 Material - Kair Wood surface marks and patina consistent

surface marks and patina consistent with over 200 years of use

34 x 25 x 96cm (wxdxh cms)

these jungle animal print cushions are whimsical and eye catching

Inspired by the architectural detailing found throughout Rajasthan’s historic forts and havelis

Vessels of this type are widely documented in Himalayan material culture and are commonly referred to as milk jugs or milk beakers

Vintage Painted Cow Toy From Gujarat - Ca 1940 Material - Kair Wood surface marks and patina consistentThis colourful and characterful Indian cow toy figurine is from Gujarat. The bull is a symbol of the Hindu god, Lord Shiva, and cows and bulls still wander the streets of India to this day.