Bronze Elephant

Bronze Elephant Statue

Height: 12 cm

Width: 14 cm

Material: Bronze

Origin: India

In India, the elephant is venerated and considered a symbol of strength, wisdom, and good fortune. Elephants play a significant role in Indian culture and religion.

Indian elephants are different from their African counterparts. They have smaller ears, a more rounded back, and a more pronounced hump on the forehead. Their skin is grey, sometimes with brown spots.

Their trunk is an incredibly powerful and versatile prehensile organ, used for grabbing food, drinking, showering, as well as for social interactions and communicative gestures.

Indian elephants are often associated as incarnations of Ganesh, the god of wisdom, intelligence, and prudence. They can be seen in temples, religious festivals, and ceremonies in India, often adorned with colorful blankets and intricate paintings.

Traditionally, elephants have been used for royal processions, religious ceremonies, as well as for agricultural and forestry work. Nowadays, they are also involved in the tourist industry for safaris or rides, although ethical concerns surround this practice.