Antique Early 20th-Century Indian Hand-Carved Teakwood Wall Décor | Elephant & Horse Tribal Relief Panel | Architectural Salvage Folk Art

Bring timeless heritage into your interiors with this Antique Early 20th-Century Indian Hand-Carved Teakwood Wall Décor, a rare architectural panel that blends artistry, symbolism, and cultural storytelling. Featuring an elephant and horse carved in bold relief, this authentic piece reflects the folk traditions of Rajasthan and rural India, where woodcarving was both decorative and deeply symbolic.

✦ Handcrafted Heritage & Symbolism

• Authentic Folk Art – Meticulously hand-carved from reclaimed solid teakwood, prized for its durability and rich natural grain.

• Symbolic Motifs – The elephant, associated with Lord Ganesha, symbolises wisdom, prosperity, and protection. The horse embodies power, nobility, and vitality.

• Artisan Craftsmanship – Intricate floral scrollwork and tribal-style designs frame the central animal figures, showcasing early 20th-century Indian carving techniques.

• Historic Provenance – Likely salvaged from a haveli façade or rural temple, where such panels served as protective and auspicious motifs.

• Naturally Aged Patina – Warm tones, visible tool marks, and a weathered finish enhance its authenticity and historic charm.

This is not just wall décor—it is a living fragment of India’s cultural and artistic history.

✦ Key Features

✔ Genuine early 20th-century Indian teakwood wall décor panel
✔ Relief carvings of elephant and horse with floral motifs
✔ Hand-carved with tribal folk art detailing
✔ Solid reclaimed teakwood with naturally aged patina
✔ One-of-a-kind antique—not a reproduction
✔ Ready to hang, perfect above mantels, consoles, or as a gallery feature
✔ Complements rustic, bohemian, heritage, and eclectic interiors

✦ Cultural & Historical Context

Wooden wall panels like this were integral to temple and haveli architecture in India. Animal motifs held spiritual meaning—

• The elephant, a remover of obstacles, represented prosperity and divine guardianship.

• The horse, a symbol of endurance and strength, reflected noble lineage and cosmic energy.

Together, these motifs served as protective emblems, infusing spaces with both structural beauty and spiritual blessings.

✦ Styling Tip

• Hang horizontally above a doorway, console, or bed for a striking architectural statement.

• Use vertically in hallways or alcoves to draw the eye upward.

• Style with brass accents, earthenware ceramics, or antique textiles to create a layered, heritage-inspired aesthetic.

• Works beautifully in bohemian, Wabi-Sabi, rustic, and Indo-colonial interiors.

✦ Specifications

• Width: 102 cm

• Height: 24 cm

• Depth: 2 cm

• Weight: 3 kg

• Material: Solid Teakwood

• Era: Early 20th Century (c.1900s)

• Origin: India

• Condition: Excellent antique condition with natural wear and weathering consistent with age

✦ Delivery & Collection

• Hand-delivered across the UK with secure professional packaging.

• Local collection available by appointment.

• White-glove courier service on request.

Exclusively at Regen Bespoke

Where Indian folk symbolism meets timeless decorative design. This antique teakwood panel is a rare heirloom that brings history, artistry, and cultural depth into modern interiors.