An Indian architectural lintel is a horizontal beam usually made from thick wood placed over doors or windows in traditional Indian architecture. It serves as a support for the structure above and also as a decorative element, often carved with intricate designs, motifs, and sculptures. The lintel is a common feature in Hindu and Buddhist temples, palaces, and other monumental buildings from ancient to medieval times in India.
This antique Indian lintel features a masterfully carved Ganesha Figure standing inside a niche. Carving has a washed sun bleached teak finish and shows age and wear, including some chips and cracks.
- * Era: Antique
- * Dimensions: 40" (L) x 4" (D) x 6.5"(H)
- * Material: Teak
- * Color: Oxidized Teak
- * Condition: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be consider defects but rather part of its character & historical value.
Found in Tamul Nadu
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