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  • Sale! stunning pair of meticulously hand-carved stone elephant statues, rendered in a warm, earthy reddish-brown hue that suggests natural sandstone or terracotta material, stands prominently against a dark, featureless background. Each elephant is captured in a dynamic and majestic pose, standing gracefully on its hind legs with its thick trunk raised high and elegantly curled back towards its head, signifying good luck, welcome, and prosperity. Its forelegs are bent at the elbow and raised forward, almost in a gesture of greeting, blessing, or a celebratory dance. Both statues are identical mirror images, showcasing a rich tapestry of traditional Indian artistry. They are heavily adorned with intricate decorative elements: a detailed, crown-like cap graces each elephant's head, featuring delicate patterns and textures that resemble beadwork or stylized foliage. Large, rounded ears are also subtly textured. A beautifully patterned saddlecloth or ceremonial blanket is draped over their backs and sides, deeply carved with large, swirling, organic motifs that resemble paisleys or elaborate floral scrollwork. This main design is bordered by narrower bands of geometric patterns or stylized garlands. The stone has a slightly matte, weathered finish, which enhances the depth and texture of the carvings, particularly where lighter tones catch the ambient light, highlighting the exquisite craftsmanship. Each elephant rests on a sturdy, oval-shaped pedestal base, which is itself decorated with a continuous, deeply carved frieze of elegant, interlocking scrollwork or vine patterns, mirroring the artistry on the elephants' bodies. The watermark "the Stone Studio" is visible on the side of each elephant's body, indicating the origin and artisanal quality of these handcrafted stone art pieces. These ornate elephant sculptures, representing traditional Indian culture and Hindu symbolism often associated with wisdom, strength, loyalty, and good fortune, would make ideal decorative pieces for home decor, spiritual spaces, or as cultural artifacts. Their symmetrical design makes them perfect as elegant bookends, entryway guardians, or accent pieces, exemplifying superior craftsmanship in traditional stone carving.

    Elephant Book Holder 7″

    Original price was: ₹15,600.00.Current price is: ₹12,400.00. Inclusive of all taxes

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    The material used in it is soapstone. This sculpture is wonderfully crafted by our best artisans. For more such statues browse our website. If you still don’t get what you want, our artisans will craft your specified designs of an Elephant book holder with utmost care and love.

    STATUE DETAILS
    Materials: Hand-carved in Pinkstone
    Total Height Including Base: 7 inches
    Width:  3 inches approx
    Depth:  2 inches approx

    Weight:  1kg approx

     

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