Item specifics:
Culture: Asian Style / Folk Art
Type: Hand-carved miniature animal figurine (Water Buffalo / Ox)
Style: Naturalistic, finely textured carving, reclining pose
Material: Reddish Rosewood figure with black wood display stand
Dimensions: 4 × 1.5 × 1.5 in (10 × 3.8 × 3.8 cm) – compact desk or shelf size
Condition: Good vintage condition – rich wood tone, features a visible stable age crack/split running along the spine, includes original display stand.
Description
A charming and detailed vintage hand-carved rosewood water buffalo figurine – a classic symbol of strength, determination, and tranquility in Eastern art.
This piece features intricate craftsmanship, with the artist carving fine lines to represent the buffalo's coarse hair. The buffalo is depicted in a peaceful reclining position with its legs tucked beneath it, featuring small inlaid or painted eyes and a small hat or basket detail resting on its back.
Key features:
Rich, reddish-brown rosewood construction with detailed "fur" texture
Classic reclining pose with backward-sweeping horns
Includes the rectangular black wooden display plinth shown in photos
Small woven-hat style detail carved in relief on the back
Expressive face with distinct eye details
The piece displays a prominent natural age crack running longitudinally along the spine/back of the figure. This is a stable split common in older wood carvings and does not threaten the structural integrity of the piece, but it is visible. The piece is otherwise solid and retains a beautiful sheen.
A wonderful decorative miniature for a desk, shelf, or collection of carved wooden animals.
