Polychrome elephant - Alabaster - India - 18th century

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Polychrome alabaster elephant from India, dating to the 18th century, titled Elefante policromado, dimensions 10 × 9.5 × 3.5 cm, in good condition, provenance: Colección privada.

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Polychrome alabaster elephant in red and gold, produced in Agra, mainly, throughout the Imperial period. It has on its back red and gold garments studded with flowers, and on its head a headdress that falls in a pointed shape over its trunk, covering its forehead.

Polychrome alabaster elephant in red and gold, produced in Agra, mainly, throughout the Imperial period. It has on its back red and gold garments studded with flowers, and on its head a headdress that falls in a pointed shape over its trunk, covering its forehead.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
18th century
Country of Origin
India
Material
Alabaster
Height
9.5 cm
Width
10 cm
Title of artwork
Polychrome elephant
Depth
3.5 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
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