{"product_id":"vintage-hand-carved-rosewood-water-buffalo-reclining-w-carved-base-3-5","title":"Vintage Hand Carved Rosewood Water Buffalo – Reclining w\/ Carved Base 3.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eItem specifics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCulture: Asian Style \/ Folk Art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Hand-carved miniature animal figurine (Water Buffalo \/ Ox)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle: Dynamic pose, looking upward, finely textured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Reddish Rosewood figure with sculpted black wood display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 3.5 × 2 × 1.5 in (8.9 × 5 × 3.8 cm) – compact desk size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage condition – rich wood tone, no major cracks observed, includes original fitted carved base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dynamic and beautifully detailed vintage hand-carved rosewood water buffalo figurine – a classic symbol of strength and serenity in Eastern art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specific piece is distinguished by its expressive pose; the buffalo is reclining but has its head turned sharply upward, as if baying or looking at the moon. Like the others, it features fine incised lines representing the animal's hair and a small conical hat (coolie hat) resting on its back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, reddish-brown rosewood construction with detailed texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003edistinct upward-looking pose with curved horns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique Base: Unlike standard rectangular plinths, this piece sits on a custom-carved, irregular-shaped black wooden base that resembles a leaf or rocky terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConical hat detail carved in relief on the back\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInlaid or painted eyes adding life to the expression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is in excellent vintage condition with a glossy patina. It retains its original tag string (visible in photos). The carving on the base adds a higher level of artistic detail compared to standard block stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful decorative miniature, perfect for a collector looking for a variation in pose and display style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belle Afrik Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60049591435550,"sku":"BA-0430","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/5176\/7326\/files\/il_fullxfull.7593264601_a4ld.jpg?v=1790371561","url":"https:\/\/belleafrikarts.com\/products\/vintage-hand-carved-rosewood-water-buffalo-reclining-w-carved-base-3-5","provider":"Belle Afrik Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}