





Elephant Soapstone Decorative Box, "Indian Elephants"
For Gulam Rasool, soapstone's natural grain evokes an elephant's wrinkled hide. He carves this box by hand in the shape of an elephant, painting more pachyderms on the sides. Silken caps and blankets identify them as the king's own animals.
- 0.75 kgs
- 1.7 lbs
- 6 cm H x 15 cm W x 10 cm D
- 2.4" H x 6" W x 3.9" D
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Reviews by Customers

Verified Reviewer
01/21/2020
"My daughter cried"





when she opened the gift. She loves it and is keeping her most cherished wedding mementos in it. Thank you, Gulam Rasool, for creating something so beautiful.
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Verified Reviewer
04/20/2020
"Absolutely beautiful."





Problem-free purchase. For something this beautiful, it was very reasonably priced. Ive purchased other pieces from this talented artist and would definitely buy from again.
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- Storage
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Verified Reviewer
04/12/2020
"beautiful - love the colors!"





This is a beautiful piece, love the colors. I purchased it along with the incense holder, to put the matches into this box. Love it!
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Verified Reviewer
06/28/2019
"Beautiful!"





I absolutely love this piece. The colors are vivid. The simple fact he has an eyeball brings him to life. He really pops on my display table. I love the postcard and booklet that comes with the piece. Makes me feel like Ive met the artist.
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Verified Reviewer
08/01/2018
"Well made beautiful box"





This box is heavy and of great quality. I use it on a decorative tea towel on a piece of furniture to keep the towel in place. It?s quite a conversation topic. I love the colors as well.
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Verified Reviewer
06/28/2018
"Simply beautiful!"





What Quality! Absolutely beautiful! I cant wait to give it to the person I bought it for. Highly recommend this gem!
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Verified Reviewer
01/15/2021
"I will cherish this forever!!"





This is Beautiful..Elephants are among my favorite and they come out so well on this design. The artist should be proud as the work is unbelieveable..and his talent is over the top.
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- To hold treasures that are dear to me
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Verified Reviewer
01/10/2021
"delicate tea lights"





They were given as a gift and they are beautiful, very well crafted. I would love to have them for myself.
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Verified Reviewer
01/08/2021
"Love it"





Beautiful item. What a craftmanship.
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Elephant Procession, Artisan Crafted Jali Soapstone Jewelry Box
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Verified Reviewer
01/04/2021
"elephant collecting"





Novica has wonderful carved stone elephants and this is a very good one. Little fella inside as well.
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Elephant Interior, Jali Elephant Alabaster Sculpture from India
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Verified Reviewer
12/28/2020
"Handmade perfection"





This is a gorgeous little jar. Such meticulous handwork. This is the only item of Gulam Rasools I have ever gotten, but I would definitely purchase his works of art again. You will not be disappointed. Absolutely beautiful.
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Verified Reviewer
12/28/2020
"intricately detailed"





cute piece looks nice on my shelf
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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
Close to his eightieth birthday, Gulam continues the art he learned from his elders. His father was an marble carver and jali artisan honored with the state award for excellence. Gulam has been honored with the same distinction. He still works alongside his son and other artisans to whom he has taught this craft, and treasures the role he plays in continuing this important Indian artistic tradition.
Gulam Rasool has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $1800.
Nearing his eighth decade, master stone sculptor Gulam Rasool continues to provide for his family, especially his grandchildren.
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
Gulam is proud to be able to help provide for his grandchildren's education.
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Gulam Rasool Carved soapstone candleholders and home decor
"After years of hard work, I was honored with a state award for excellence…. Today, I am proud to mention that I have earned a name for myself in the art of jali work."