Painted Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1950's Coffee Tables From Nagaland

From Nagaland

This would have come from the border area of Mongolia and Gansu province

A similar inferior example in different woods can be found in "Chinese Furniture: A Guide to Collecting Antiques" by Mazurkewich - Fig 518

It could also be referred to as a kakesuzuri

Painted Teak Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - Ca 1950's Coffee Tables From NagalandThis old carved and painted Indian Nandi bull toy is from Andhra Pradesh and is made from teak wood. it dates to the 1950's. The Nandi bull is a symbol of Lord Shiva and cows are still revered and continue to wander the streets in India. Nandi bulls are a perfect gift for a collector of art as each one is unique. Dimensions: 17 x 5 x 15 (wxdxh cms) From India UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 7. 50 More delivery options available at