{"product_id":"antique-carved-indian-elephant","title":"Teak Elephant Statue From Gujarat - 19th Century","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 19th century teak elephant from Gujarat is a beautifully carved example of rural folk artistry, created from seasoned teak wood and one of a pair. The sculptor has given the elephant a strong, compact form with thick cylindrical legs, a gently curling trunk, and deeply carved ears that frame the face. Light linear incisions across the body suggest ceremonial textiles, while the floral motif carved on the forehead adds a subtle decorative touch typical of village craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface has developed a dry, weathered patina that enhances the grain of the timber, giving the piece both sculptural presence and rustic charm. Folk elephants such as this were traditionally placed in village homes as auspicious symbols of strength, protection, and good fortune—making this a characterful example of Gujarati cultural carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gujarat, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved teak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved floral forehead motif, incised textile patterns, rustic patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weathered surface and age-related wear consistent with village carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W35 x D22 x H24 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Indigo Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56300348408191,"sku":"A03321V1","price":445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0217\/2522\/files\/Carved_Teak_Gujarati_Elephant_With_Floral_Motif_And_Incised_Decoration_A03321V1.jpg?v=1763736970","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo-uk.com\/products\/antique-carved-indian-elephant","provider":"Indigo Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}