Polychromed Elephant & Mahout Figure From Surat - 19th Century Material - Elm reinterpreted here as a generous

reinterpreted here as a generous decorative daybed for modern interiors

This vintage painted sideboard from Shanxi province would look great in a kitchen or bathroom with its icy blue tones

the design is both light and balanced while remaining sturdy and functional

It can be drunk both sweet (meethi lassi) and salty (namkeen lassi) and is most often flavoured with mango or herbs and spices like fennel

Features: Two-part stacking design

Polychromed Elephant & Mahout Figure From Surat - 19th Century Material - Elm reinterpreted here as a generousThis colourful and characterful Indian antique elephant and mahout figure dates to the 19th century and was made and painted in Surat. Surat was one of the main trading posts for the British in India and found new prosperity with the opening of India's railways exporting silks, gold & silver across the globe. The figure is polychrome work with beautiful textured paintwork simulating the textiles which regularly adorn Elephants in India. The elephant