Lion Bracket in Teakwood, Gujarat

Brackets are architectural elements projected from a wall, usually to carry weight or to strengthen an angle. Intricately carved and painted, brackets were often found in Indian palaces and temples.

This exquisite old bracket, depicting an intricately carved lion is from Gujarat, and would have been used as a decorative architectural element. The piece is in good condition. The bracket is mounted on a wooden base, with the back supported.