Nepalese Ceremonial Carved Naga Snake Stick,c1880

19th century

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Description

Rare late 19th century Nepalese carved wood stick in the form of a snake,c1880. Nepalese people worship a number of serpent gods known as Nagas and there is a large Hindu festival dedicated to the deities (Nag Panchami). This is a beautifully carved representation of a snake god using the natural curves of the wood and would have been used at important ceremonies / festivals. The snakes head has been inset with bone (or animal teeth) to represent the eyes and teeth and it has a great tribal/primitive quality. The wood has taken on a lovely deep ,rich colour/patina following years of handling and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK postage, please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 51cm long / tall x 4cm deep x 4cm wide

Physical Dimensions

Height

51cm (20.08")

Width

4cm (1.57")

Depth

4cm (1.57")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1063757

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Description

Rare late 19th century Nepalese carved wood stick in the form of a snake,c1880.

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Nepalese people worship a number of serpent gods known as Nagas and there is a large Hindu festival dedicated to the deities (Nag Panchami).

Curious Antiques

This is a beautifully carved representation of a snake god using the natural curves of the wood and would have been used at important ceremonies / festivals. The snakes head has been inset with bone (or animal teeth) to represent the eyes and teeth and it has a great tribal/primitive quality. The wood has taken on a lovely deep ,rich colour/patina following years of handling and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK postage, please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 51cm long / tall x 4cm deep x 4cm wide

Physical Dimensions

Height

51cm (20.08")

Width

4cm (1.57")

Depth

4cm (1.57")

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers