Carved Teak Musician Panels From Gujarat - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps It's constructed from northern elm

It's constructed from northern elm wood (yumu)

This is a medium hardwood with desirable characteristics for furniture making such as being termite proof and resistant to fungus

These were originally used as daybeds by the wealthy merchant classes in Rajasthan - particularly the Shekavati area

The figure is sculpted from this wax mixture

with a shorter

Carved Teak Musician Panels From Gujarat - 19th Century Hundi Hanging Lamps It's constructed from northern elmThese musician panels, carved from teak wood in Gujarat during the 19th century, exude unique character. Rescued from a dilapidated building, they now serve as stunning decorative pieces with a rich history which could be used as book ends Each sold separately