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Exceptional Vintage Bidriware Nandi – Handmade India – Silver Inlay
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Exceptional Vintage Bidriware Nandi – Handmade India – Silver Inlay
An impressive vintage Nandi Bull, crafted using the traditional Indian Bidriware technique. Nandi, also known as Basava, is the sacred bull and the vahana (the traditional mount and companion) of the Hindu god Shiva.
This is a particularly decorative and heavy piece, featuring a beautiful deep black surface and very refined silver-colored inlay. The decoration consists of elaborate geometric and traditional patterns applied around the body, neck, and head. The combination of the dark metal and the light inlay creates a particularly strong and stylish contrast.
Traditional Indian Craftsmanship
Bidriware is an ancient form of metalworking from Bidar, Karnataka in South India. The technique has a history dating back to the period of the Bahmani Sultanate.
The body is traditionally cast from a zinc-copper alloy. Subsequently, the decorative patterns are applied by hand and finished with silver inlay. The characteristic dark surface is created by a traditional oxidation process, giving the metal its distinctive deep black, almost graphic appearance.
The many hand-applied patterns are visible from every angle, making the statue not only a religious object but also a fine example of traditional Indian craftsmanship.
Dimensions & Details
* Object: Nandi Bull / Basava
* Technique: Traditional Bidriware
* Origin: Bidar, Karnataka, South India
* Period: Vintage
* Material: Zinc-copper alloy with silver inlay
* Length: Approx. 25.5 cm
* Height: Approx. 15 cm
* Weight: Approx. 2,200 grams
* Inlay: Complete and intact
Condition
The statue is in beautiful vintage condition. The surface features an attractive natural patina and subtle traces consistent with the age and character of the object.
The silver inlay is complete; no parts are missing. The photos provide a good impression of the current condition and the beautiful detailing of the craftsmanship.
A Powerful Object For A Special Interior
Nandi symbolizes strength, loyalty, dedication, and tranquility, among other things. Due to its substantial weight, distinctive shape, and graphic decoration, this is an object with a strong presence.
Beautiful as a standalone statement piece on a sideboard, side table, or console, but also highly suitable for an eclectic, Japandi, Mid-Century, bohemian, or international interior. For lovers of Asian art, ethnographic objects, and traditional craftsmanship, this is a particularly decorative piece.
An authentic-looking vintage object with a lot of character, in which the centuries-old craft of Bidriware is beautifully combined with a timeless sculptural form.
Asking price: €125
Careful packaging and shipping are, of course, possible.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlack, SilverMaterialMetal, SilverNumber of items1First ownerYesOrientationLandscapeArt sizeSmallHeight15 cmWidth25 cmDepth10 cm
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Private sellerEmmerich am Rhein, GermanyOn Whoppah since September 2026 • 0 sales