Recumbent Bronze Nandi Bull From The Deccan - 18th Century Style - Tea Caddy Top Right: Hvashang - a

Top Right:  Hvashang - a Chinese monk and a patron of the arhats

reflecting the traditional architectural detailing found throughout the desert city’s historic buildings

The legs and scroll ends have been replaced with excellent quality new red elm

weight includes chain

This old carved and painted Indian Nandi bull toy is from Andhra Pradesh and is made from teak wood

Recumbent Bronze Nandi Bull From The Deccan - 18th Century Style - Tea Caddy Top Right: Hvashang - aThis exquisite bronze Nandi bull originates from the Deccan region of India. Nandi is known for strength & virility the name means 'giving delight' or 'giving joy.' Nandi or Nandin is the sacred vahana (vehicle) of the Lord Shiva, inferring his power as a procreator. This is further reinforced by the lingam, a fertility symbol which Nandi kneels towards. Devoted worshippers have polished this resplendent figure of a bull over time. Nandi is present in