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Product codeVA-SC-024
Dhokra Elephant
Dhokra Elephant

Dhokra Elephant

Royal elephant in a lattice jhool

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At a glance

MaterialBrass alloy, Dhokra lost-wax cast
FinishNatural antique brass
DimensionsH 220 mm × W 300 mm × D 120 mm (approx.)
Weight (approx.)1.5 kg
ManufacturingHand-modelled in wax, cast in brass
ReferenceThe royal processional elephant
220 mm
Pencil sketch of Dhokra Elephant
300 mm
  • Hand-carved
  • Sample approval
  • Custom sizes

Product description

A stately elephant cast in Dhokra brass, draped in an open-lattice jhool of spirals and leaves, with a crowned headdress, curled trunk, tusks and beaded anklets. The open wire-work lets light pass through the body, so it looks lighter than it is and casts a delicate shadow. A handsome accent for consoles, study tables, lobbies and corporate gifting.

Design origin

In Indian tradition the elephant stands for wisdom, royalty and good fortune — decorated elephants lead temple processions and royal festivals. This piece is made with the 4,000-year-old Dhokra lost-wax technique of central and eastern India, where each wax thread is laid by hand before casting.

Detail — Lattice caparison
Detail — Lattice caparison

Design details

Crowned head & trunk
Detail 01 — Crowned head & trunk
Detail 01 — Crowned head & trunk
Lattice jhool
Detail 02 — Lattice jhool
Detail 02 — Lattice jhool
Beaded anklets
Detail 03 — Beaded anklets
Detail 03 — Beaded anklets

Why you’ll love it

  • Genuine Dhokra lost-wax casting
  • Open lattice jhool — light passes through
  • Symbol of prosperity and good fortune
  • Heavy and stable on any surface
  • Made in pairs or sets on request

Reference images

Dhokra Elephant — reference 1
Dhokra Elephant — reference 2
Dhokra Elephant — reference 3
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Make the Dhokra Elephant yours

Happy with the piece as shown? Place an order and you’ll get a receipt with your order number straight away. Want a different size, wood or finish? Send a customisation request and we’ll come back with a quotation.

  1. 01Receipt nowYour order number and a receipt you can print or save.
  2. 02Atelier confirmsPrice, sample and delivery date, usually within a working day.
  3. 03Made & deliveredCarved, inspected and shipped with wall fittings.
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