Wooden Crocodile with Offering Chamber

This exceptional hand-carved wooden crocodile is a striking piece of craftsmanship, featuring a rich patina that adds depth and character to its intricate details. Designed with hidden compartments inside for leaving offerings, this unique creation blends artistry with functionality. The crocodile is finely sculpted, holding a fish in its mouth, while two smaller crocodiles rest on its snout and back, enhancing its symbolic presence. A truly distinctive piece, this carving brings cultural and artistic significance to any collection or space. Explore its craftsmanship in our gallery.
Interesting Facts
Crocodiles have long been revered in various cultures as symbols of power, protection, and transformation. Many African and Southeast Asian traditions incorporate crocodile imagery in ceremonial objects and carvings, often associating them with spiritual guardianship and ancestral offerings. The compartments within this piece suggest it may have been used in traditional rituals or as a symbolic vessel for safekeeping precious items.
Features
Origin: Not specified
Material: Hand-Carved Wood
Condition: Finely detailed with aged patina
Special Characteristics: Hidden compartments for offerings, fish in mouth, two smaller crocodiles adorning its body
Dimensions and Weight
Length        Width        Height        Weight
44"        11"        6"        8 lb
Just in Astro West.