19th C. Indian Wood Shelf Bracket w/ Peacock

South Asia, India, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A fascinating wooden shelf bracket or corbel featuring a long-necked bird with wings outstretched. The top and back panels are constructed from four pieces, and the bird is attached by the feet and neck. The bird presents gracefully on long legs with the tail hanging downward. The body is detailed with incised lines to create feathers, and the wings flare dramatically to the sides. Small feathers create a crest on the top of the head, indicating that this elegant bird is a peacock. The neck is bowed forward and supports the rectangular panel shelf on top. A back panel with scalloped edges that tapers and supports the bird's feet. The wood is a dark brown nearly black hue, and the verso is outfitted with metal hardware for suspension. Size: 10" L x 6.75" W x 10.675" H (25.4 cm x 17.1 cm x 27.1 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-M. Kobiashi collection, Hawaii, USA, 2000

All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.

A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.

We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.

#163744
Condition Report: Repaired: left wing reattached with adhesive and reinforced on verso with wood patch. Loss and chips to beak. Stable pressures cracks and fissures. Use and age expected nicks and wear to surfaces. Old inactive insect holes. Great details and metal hooks on verso for mounting.