{"product_id":"origineel-indiaas-sholapith-olifantenbeeld-in-houten-vitrine-handgesneden-west-bengalen-volkskunst-h-23-5-x-w-15-5-x-b-19-cm","title":"Indian Sholapith Elephant Statue in Display Case – West Bengal Folk Art – 23.5 cm","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 800px; margin: auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #8c7643; border-bottom: 2px solid #8c7643; padding-bottom: 5px; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 1.4em; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003e\n    Indian Sholapith Elephant Statue in Display Case – West Bengal Folk Art – 23.5 cm\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 23.5 × W 15.5 × W 19 cm | Hand-Carved Sholapith (Plant Kernel) | Traditional Howdah with Figures | Includes Original Glass Display Case | Vintage ca. 1970–1990\n\n\nAre you looking for a refined piece of Oriental culture for your interior and do you wish to purchase an authentic \u003cstrong\u003eIndian elephant statue\u003c\/strong\u003e? We proudly present this finely detailed, vintage artwork from West Bengal. This traditional sculpture depicts a richly decorated ceremonial elephant, equipped with a royal \u003cem\u003ehowdah\u003c\/em\u003e (pallet) containing royal figures and a parasol bearer. The entire object is housed in its original, custom-made wooden display case with glass, which perfectly protects the delicate carving. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #8c7643; background-color: #faf8f5; padding: 15px; text-align: center; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #8c7643; font-size: 1.15em; font-weight: bold; margin: 0; letter-spacing: 0.5px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003e\nAuthentic Indian handicrafts with rich cultural symbolism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #8c7643; margin-top: 25px; font-size: 1.2em; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\nThe Unique Craft of Sholapith (Sola Pith)\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis special piece of \u003cstrong\u003eIndian folk art\u003c\/strong\u003e is entirely hand-carved from \u003cem\u003eSholapith\u003c\/em\u003e. This feather-light, milky-white material is extracted from the core of the Shola plant (Aeschynomene aspera) that grows in the swamps of West Bengal. The craft requires extreme precision and patience. Due to the fragility of the material, these sculptures rarely last long, but this piece has been preserved in good condition thanks to the glass casing. It is a traditional Indian Sholapith carving for the interior, ideal for a collection or as a serene eye-catcher. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-type: square;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine Carving:\u003c\/strong\u003e The detailed patterns on the elephant's deck and the structure of the ceremonial temple tower (howdah) showcase the pure skill of the Indian craftsman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Protected:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wooden display case with glass ensures that no dust or moisture can reach the fragile Sholapith, preserving its white character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over the decades, the material has acquired a soft, warm creamy white tint. This underscores the character of authentic craftsmanship from the late 20th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #8c7643; margin-top: 25px; font-size: 1.2em; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\nProduct details\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold; width: 30%;\"\u003eRepresentation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eCeremonial Procession Elephant with Howdah and Figures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStyle \/ Region:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eTraditional Folk Art \/ West Bengal, India\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDating:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eLate 20th century (c. 1970–1990)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eNatural Sholapith plant core, wooden display case, glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDisplay case dimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eH 23.5 × W 15.5 × B 19 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e1.2 kg (Including the wooden display case housing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eGood vintage condition. The fragile inner element is completely intact; The wooden display cabinet shows light, superficial signs of age that contribute to the vintage look.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eAsian art collection, oriental interior decoration, display cabinet object\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #8c7643;\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #8c7643;\"\u003eAuthenticity and transparent description.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57397921284427,"sku":"586","price":89.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/indiaas-handwerk-olifant-howdah-glazen-vitrine.jpg?v=1779357194","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/original-indian-sholapith-elephant-sculpture-in-wooden-display-case-hand-carved-west-bengal-folk-art-h-23-5-x-w-15-5-x-b-19-cm","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}