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Indian Hand Carved Hardwood Iguana Circa 1920
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Indian Hand Carved Hardwood Iguana Circa 1920

1900 - 1920
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This superb Indian hand carved hardwood very realistic study of an iguana is remarkably well carved with great detail. It is produced from a single piece of dense hardwood. It has brilliant natural movement to the body showing every muscular ripple which is then finely detailed with the scaled skin texture which runs throughout the entire body. The artist has cleverly captured the head and facial expression of this powerful reptile.

Circa 1920, in very good condition.

Height 16.5cm x width 34cm x depth 20cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Carved Hardwood Iguana Sculpture to the 1920s.

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SA1136084
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

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Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

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07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

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Description
This superb Indian hand carved hardwood very realistic study of an iguana is remarkably well carved with great detail. It is produced from a single piece of dense hardwood.
It has brilliant natural movement to the body showing every muscular ripple which is then finely detailed with the scaled skin texture which runs throughout the entire body.
Robert Belcher Antiques

The artist has cleverly captured the head and facial expression of this powerful reptile.

Circa 1920, in very good condition.

Height 16.5cm x width 34cm x depth 20cm

Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Carved Hardwood Iguana Sculpture to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1136084
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I A hand-carved hardwood sculpture of an iguana featuring detailed scale patterns, a serrated dorsal crest, and a prominent dewlap in a warm brown finish.

Indian hand carved hardwood iguana circa 1920

Archive II A hand-carved hardwood sculpture of an iguana featuring detailed scale patterns, a serrated dorsal crest, and a prominent dewlap in a warm brown finish. View II
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Worcestershire
United Kingdom

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A hand-carved hardwood sculpture of an iguana featuring detailed scale patterns, a serrated dorsal crest, and a prominent dewlap in a warm brown finish.
Indian hand carved hardwood iguana circa 1920
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A hand-carved hardwood sculpture of an iguana featuring detailed scale patterns, a serrated dorsal crest, and a prominent dewlap in a warm brown finish.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

During the early 20th century, Indian artisans produced detailed hardwood carvings of indigenous and exotic fauna for both domestic collection and international export. These items combined traditional regional woodworking skills with naturalistic anatomical representations.

Carvers typically utilised dense native hardwoods such as rosewood, teak, or shisham, which permitted detailed surface texturing. Figures were hand-carved from solid timber using chisels and gouges before being wax polished or oiled.

Authentic pieces exhibit visible tool marks from hand carving, subtle variations in surface texture, and natural oxidation within deep crevices. Ageing appears as a smooth patina on raised surfaces and potential contraction lines along the wood grain.

A carved wooden reptile can be displayed on a bookshelf, desk, or mantelpiece to introduce an organic textural element. Pairing dark hardwood carved objects with neutral stone surfaces or greenery provides visual contrast.

Position carved wooden items away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent drying and cracking. Remove dust periodically with a soft brush and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish to maintain moisture in the timber.
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