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1980s Camel Bone Train Set - 4 Pieces
Stokers Siding, NSW
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Large vintage train set handcrafted by a master craftsman from finely cut and shaped panels of camel bone. Northern India. …
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Large vintage train set handcrafted by a master craftsman from finely cut and shaped panels of camel bone. Northern India. Circa 1980.
The set consists of four pieces:
- The track: measuring a very generous 1.2 metres in length, the track is raised on feet and is beautifully detailed with stops at each end to stop the train from ever running off its tracks. It's also hinged in the middle for easy transportation and storage.
- The engine carriage: expertly crafted with attention to detail, the carriage consists of an engine room and coal storage space. The pistons work, as do the wheels.
- The passenger carriage: beautifully detailed, the carriage sits in the centre of the set.
- The passenger/engineer's carriage: the smallest car, for passengers and the train's engineer to sit at the rear of the train.
This delightful item is a must for any train enthusiast. Or simply perfect as an unusual and unique decorative item for your home.
Measurements:
Track length: 1.2 metres (47.25") length x 8.5 cm (3.25")
Engine carriage: 29 cm (11.5") length
Passenger carriage: 22 cm (8.5") length
Engineer's carriage: 16 cm (6.25") length
Camel bone has been used in India from ancient times for making utility articles as well as decorative ones. It is the ultimate in recycling and eco-responsible craftsmanship as it allows every part of the noble camel to be used after death. The art of camel bone decoration reached its peak in Mogul times, but is now considered a dying art form. Award-winning master craftsman and art conservationist Zakir Hussain has embarked on a crusade to protect the art of camel bone carving and decoration from dying out by instigating a mentorship program in conjunction with the Indian government. - Project Kalayatra, 2017
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- Dimensions
- 47.25ʺW × 3.25ʺD × 5ʺH
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Antique White
- Condition Notes
- Minor darkening of the bone colour commensurate with its age. Minor darkening of the bone colour commensurate with its age. less
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Stokers Siding, NSW
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