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South Indian Kerala Hand-Carved Wooden Boat Prow in Nice Scrolling Wave Shape
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A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand-carved boat prow from Kerala is adorn with curling volute and decoratively cut metal accented along its top sides, which has a beautiful salt water patina. These raised prows often decorated the boats of the Kerala, including the 100 ft long snake boats, or 'chundanvallams' as they are locally known. This midcentury Kerala boat prow, which once elegantly traversed the waters of South India, will make a splendid decorative, as well as conversational piece of art for your home.
- Dimensions:Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 46.25 in (117.48 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Wear throughout consistent with age and use. Please see the various additional photos for further condition detail.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
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