Indian Elephant on Wheels, 1850 CE - 1920 CE
Gilt Bronze
14.2 x 20.3 cm
5 5/8 x 8 in
5 5/8 x 8 in
SF.094
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A beautiful Indian elephant on wheels in gilt bronze, dating to the late 19th / early 20th century CE. The Elephant, one of the most stunning animals of the Indian...
A beautiful Indian elephant on wheels in gilt bronze, dating to the late 19th / early 20th century CE.
The Elephant, one of the most stunning animals of the Indian forest, has been transformed here into a toy with wheels on its four legs, probably for a noble baby . India has a long history of toy elephants, horses and carts on wheels, some of which are preserved and exhibited today in museums around the world.
The Elephant, one of the most stunning animals of the Indian forest, has been transformed here into a toy with wheels on its four legs, probably for a noble baby . India has a long history of toy elephants, horses and carts on wheels, some of which are preserved and exhibited today in museums around the world.