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Elephant-Themed Soapstone Decorative Jar from India, "Elephant Alliance"

Product ID: 304730

Working from the artisanal city of Agra, Indian artisan Gulam Rasool designs a decorative jar after the style of jali art and architecture. The base... more

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Working from the artisanal city of Agra, Indian artisan Gulam Rasool designs a decorative jar after the style of jali art and architecture. The base and lid of the jar are hand-carved of natural soapstone, detailed with intricate openwork patterns that depict marching elephants.

  • 0.40 kgs
  • 0.9 lbs
  • Jar: 10.5 cm H x 10.5 cm Diam.
  • Jar: 4.1" H x 4.1" Diam.

  • Soapstone
  • Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in India
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indiaicon info
  • Product ID: 304730
Gulam Rasool
Gulam Rasool

India

Carved stone sculpture, decor accents and games

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Cass

From Rochester Hills, Michigan

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Sep 16, 2022

Beautiful”

The detail it lovely. Looks beautiful no matter where you set it.

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Linda

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Mar 02, 2020

Elephants walk in grace!”

The work involved in making this has to come from the heart. Im so grateful to the family who does this work. I was able to gift this to a dear friend with a soft spot for elephants. Its a beautiful work of art.

To hold a treasure or view with a tealight

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Linda

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Mar 22, 2019

Exquisite jar”

Mr. Rasools decorative workmanship is so exquisite! His work is so finely carved and the elephants on his soapstone jars are very delicately etched. Thank you, Mr. Rasool.

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Marian

From NC

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Jul 18, 2025

Beautiful, delightfu!, and meaningful!”

I ordered these in addition to the soapstone carved box. I have a thing for elephants. They are beautifully carved and hold a carving within a carving. There is another smaller elephant just visible within. For me, it symbolically represents each of our species carry the future within, along with the wisdom and the hope to endure and survive. Elephant figurines with their trunks curved down represent wisdom and the abiity to overcome obstacles. I would like to think they speak to the even deeper wisdom carried within.....Ancestral and what is even deeper within us that is available to us to draw upon.

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Marian

From NC

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Jul 18, 2025

I am thrilled with this box. It will be cherished.”

This box exceeded my expecations. The workmanship is impecable. The shipping/packaging was outstanding. When someone cares about their work, they will also care that it arrives undamaged, and as a recipient of their artistry I apreciated it. You are a master craftsman.Thank you sir.

Purchased Item Royal Palace, Unique Jali Soapstone Jewelry Box from India

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Joseph

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Jan 30, 2025

Beautiful piece”

My sister loves elephants and love this stunning piece.

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

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.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Gulam Rasool has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $1800.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Nearing his eighth decade, master stone sculptor Gulam Rasool continues to provide for his family, especially his grandchildren.

Elder Master

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Gulam is proud to be able to help provide for his grandchildren's education.

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