Monumental Temple Bracket Pair with Riders, Yalis and Elephants in Carved Wood

A towering pair of wooden brackets unfolds in a vertical sequence of interlocked figures, each tier rising from the one below in a tightly composed architectural rhythm.

At the base, lions anchor the structure, above which human figures bend forward to support mounted horse riders. This upward movement continues into elephants bearing further figures, leading into yali riders and culminating in elaborately carved horsemen near the top.

The composition is not isolated at each level but flows continuously, with bodies, limbs, and mounts interwoven to create a single ascending structure. The transitions between figures are carefully carved, allowing each form to remain distinct while contributing to the overall movement.

Executed in wood, the carving allows for deep relief and fine detailing, from musculature and ornament to expressive faces and dynamic postures. The surface carries a warm tone, with shadows settling into recesses and enhancing the layered depth.

Designed as architectural elements, the pair is suited to flanking an entrance or framing a passage, where their verticality and narrative density can be experienced in full height.