Water Buffalo Eastern Wooden Sculpture With Horns 1800, an antique and fascinating animal figure of domestic Bubalus bubalis water buffalo, an important symbolic and functional figure in Southeast Asian agriculture. Made of solid wood, this 19th-century Asian folk art work is distinguished by its impressive dimensions, 63.5 x 60 x 85 cm high, rests on jointed legs and has a superb patina, the lack of a tail, signs of wear compatible with the dating of the late 1800s, all elements that attest to its antiquity and authenticity.
The work depicts a buffalo carved in wood, in an upright position, has been restored by providing a minimal integration on the horns and their fixing together with that of the legs and ears. A bronze bell around the neck, a symbol of its importance in the rural environment. The animal sculpture rests on long legs and is suitable for both table and floor placement, adding a touch of decorative charm to Asian folk art, representing a unique piece for enthusiasts of ethnic art and traditional Oriental cultural objects. It comes from a private collection in Lombardy and is in good condition, considering its age.
