Large Indian Elephant Textile Ornament, Assorted Designs – British Museum
£45.00
Product description from their website:
A large stuffed fabric elephant ornament in assorted designs.
This ornament forms part of a range accompanying the British Museum exhibition Ancient India: living traditions.
Crafted by artisans in India, the stuffed elephant ornament is made from cotton waste cloths in an array of colourful patterns embellished with thread embroidery and vibrant ribbons. The adorable elephant decoration features black beady eyes and ears made of yarn.
Please note, this ornament is made in assorted designs and colours which may differ from the illustrations, and each order is selected at random. Specific colours and designs cannot be guaranteed.
In Indian culture, elephants are revered as protectors of the family and the household. These animals are associated with the deity Ganesha, also called Ganesh, an elephant-headed god known for removing obstacles and bringing about new beginnings. Elephants are also seen as symbols of longevity and good fortune; the Indian elephant is often depicted in art and literature.
As one of the first major exhibitions focusing on the early devotional art of India from a multi-faith and global perspective, Ancient India: living traditions reaches back over two millennia to reveal the shared beginnings of three of the world’s major religions – Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. Exploring early expressions of belief, the exhibition not only traces how sacred imagery emerged in ancient India and travelled across Asia, but also how this revered art transitioned and evolved into the rich visual traditions still practiced today.
A unique statement piece for the home.