Wave Shaped Swirling Carved Wood Sculptural Boat Prow From Kerala, South India

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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 … more 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 incised wave carvings at it's sides. These raised prows often decorated the boats of the Kerala, including the 100 ft long snake boats, or 'chundan vallams' 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. less