Old Wooden Tiger's Head - Small
This outstanding small wooden ornamental tiger's head has travelled all the way from Northern India. Referencing Indian folk art, these iconic display pieces were hand-carved and handpainted many decades ago. Images 2 and 3 show the last 2 heads.
Today, imagine a 'wild' tiger's head wall-mounted or simply displayed on a countertop or shelf. A great conversation piece for the home or retail environment.
Don't you just love the character and authentic patina?
Historically, the tiger - an alpha predator - is seen as a symbol of power and strength. Originally this recently-sourced collection of tiger heads would have been used to portray strength and vitality wherever displayed.
Wooden Tiger's Head (Small) size: W21cm x D23cm x H18cm (the Tiger's Head is mounted on a 18cm x 18cm plinth). These are approximate sizes.
Scaramanga also has a collection of large tiger heads.
Each of these tiger heads is different. If you spot a head you like please let us know at the time of ordering and we'll do our best to track it down (or one very similar). If you do not express a preference we'll send one selected at random.
In India the tiger is seen as a symbol of power, strength, agility, and grace. It is also deeply revered. So it is no surprise that the Bengal tiger is the national animal of India. In India, tigers are considered to be the “kings of the jungle" and are often worshipped. As far as popularity goes, the tiger is at the top of the list in Indian culture. In Hinduism, the tiger is seen as a divine creature and is worshipped by many Indian groups. Tigers are seen by Hindus as a symbol of power, strength, courage, good luck and prosperity. The tiger is also a sacred animal in Buddhism and is seen as a protector of the faith.In Hindu mythology, the tiger is associated with Shiva, the god of destruction. Tigers are also considered to be the vehicles of other gods and goddesses such as Vishnu, Lakshmi, and Durga.
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Old Wooden Tiger's Head - Small
Old Wooden Tiger's Head - Small
This outstanding small wooden ornamental tiger's head has travelled all the way from Northern India. Referencing Indian folk art, these iconic display pieces were hand-carved and handpainted many decades ago. Images 2 and 3 show the last 2 heads.
Today, imagine a 'wild' tiger's head wall-mounted or simply displayed on a countertop or shelf. A great conversation piece for the home or retail environment.
Don't you just love the character and authentic patina?
Historically, the tiger - an alpha predator - is seen as a symbol of power and strength. Originally this recently-sourced collection of tiger heads would have been used to portray strength and vitality wherever displayed.
Wooden Tiger's Head (Small) size: W21cm x D23cm x H18cm (the Tiger's Head is mounted on a 18cm x 18cm plinth). These are approximate sizes.
Scaramanga also has a collection of large tiger heads.
Each of these tiger heads is different. If you spot a head you like please let us know at the time of ordering and we'll do our best to track it down (or one very similar). If you do not express a preference we'll send one selected at random.
In India the tiger is seen as a symbol of power, strength, agility, and grace. It is also deeply revered. So it is no surprise that the Bengal tiger is the national animal of India. In India, tigers are considered to be the “kings of the jungle" and are often worshipped. As far as popularity goes, the tiger is at the top of the list in Indian culture. In Hinduism, the tiger is seen as a divine creature and is worshipped by many Indian groups. Tigers are seen by Hindus as a symbol of power, strength, courage, good luck and prosperity. The tiger is also a sacred animal in Buddhism and is seen as a protector of the faith.In Hindu mythology, the tiger is associated with Shiva, the god of destruction. Tigers are also considered to be the vehicles of other gods and goddesses such as Vishnu, Lakshmi, and Durga.
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This outstanding small wooden ornamental tiger's head has travelled all the way from Northern India. Referencing Indian folk art, these iconic display pieces were hand-carved and handpainted many decades ago. Images 2 and 3 show the last 2 heads.
Today, imagine a 'wild' tiger's head wall-mounted or simply displayed on a countertop or shelf. A great conversation piece for the home or retail environment.
Don't you just love the character and authentic patina?
Historically, the tiger - an alpha predator - is seen as a symbol of power and strength. Originally this recently-sourced collection of tiger heads would have been used to portray strength and vitality wherever displayed.
Wooden Tiger's Head (Small) size: W21cm x D23cm x H18cm (the Tiger's Head is mounted on a 18cm x 18cm plinth). These are approximate sizes.
Scaramanga also has a collection of large tiger heads.
Each of these tiger heads is different. If you spot a head you like please let us know at the time of ordering and we'll do our best to track it down (or one very similar). If you do not express a preference we'll send one selected at random.
In India the tiger is seen as a symbol of power, strength, agility, and grace. It is also deeply revered. So it is no surprise that the Bengal tiger is the national animal of India. In India, tigers are considered to be the “kings of the jungle" and are often worshipped. As far as popularity goes, the tiger is at the top of the list in Indian culture. In Hinduism, the tiger is seen as a divine creature and is worshipped by many Indian groups. Tigers are seen by Hindus as a symbol of power, strength, courage, good luck and prosperity. The tiger is also a sacred animal in Buddhism and is seen as a protector of the faith.In Hindu mythology, the tiger is associated with Shiva, the god of destruction. Tigers are also considered to be the vehicles of other gods and goddesses such as Vishnu, Lakshmi, and Durga.
