This carved pedestal, is a robust fragment of Indian architectural heritage, repurposed as a commanding horizontal candle totem. Hand-carved from a single block of dense, centuries-old Teak, this piece originally served as a structural corbel or decorative lintel within a traditional northern Indian manor. The carvings feature deep, rhythmic "serrated" or "cog" motifs, characteristic of the Rajasthani architectural vernacular, which create a beautiful interplay of light and shadow when illuminated.
The timber has been preserved in its original, dark-oxidized state, showcasing a century of "earned patina" including natural wood checking, weathered grain, and the irregular marks of hand-tooling. We have integrated a hand-forged iron candle spike into the center, allowing it to hold a large pillar candle securely. This piece is a premier choice for a dining table centerpiece, a fireplace mantle, or an entry console, bringing a sense of grounded, ancient gravity to Modern Rustic, Japandi, or Higher-End Boho interiors.
- *Era: Late 19th / Early 20th Century
- *Size: 21“(L) x 7“(D) x 6“(H)
- *Material: Antique Solid Hardwood; Hand-Forged Iron Hardware
- *Color: Original Dark-Oxidized Natural Patina
- *Origin: India
- *Condition: Original Antique Condition. Displays heavy architectural weathering, authentic structural fissures, and hand-carved irregularities that confirm its provenance as a salvaged element.
- **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.