Mid 20th Century South Indian Kerala Hand-Carved Wood Boat Prow Scrolling Wave Accessory

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A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand-carved boat prow from Kerala is adorned with … more A South Indian (Kerala) wooden boat prow from the mid-20th century. This hand-carved boat prow from Kerala is adorned 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 foot 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 and conversational piece of art for your home. less