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Papier Mache Elephant-Motif Pen Holder, "Tale of the River"

Name: Papier Mache Elephant-Motif Pen Holder, 'Tale of the River'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 405970
Price: 29.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (66 reviews)

Product ID: 405970

by Fida Hussain (66)

Fida Hussain's colorful pen holder will brighten your office, and your day. The Indian artisan starts by using the traditional art of papier mache to... more

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Fida Hussain's colorful pen holder will brighten your office, and your day. The Indian artisan starts by using the traditional art of papier mache to hand craft the holder before buffing and hand painting the exterior with a bright elephant motif. Finally, the artisan coats the decorative box with a glossy lacquer for a protective finish.

87 grams
0.2 lbs

4.1" H x 3" Diam.
4.1" H x 3" Diam.

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US/Imperial

Papier mache
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in India
Certified and shipped by our office in India
Product ID: 405970

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Fida Hussain

India

Papier mache

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Kim

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Aug 25, 2025

“Sweet Little Box”

I love the divot in it that keeps the lid aligned. Im planning to put $ in it and use it as a stocking stuffer.

Purchased Item Graceful Grandeur, Gold and Black Papier Mache Decorative Box from India

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John Boy

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Apr 08, 2025

“Teachers Desk”

A different granddaughter who is a teacher has this on her desk

Purchased Item Owl Story in Dusty Lavender, Hand Painted Papier Mache Pen Holder

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Irene

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Mar 19, 2025

“Fabulous gift”

Given as a token of a wedding to guests as a parting gift. Beautiful and well received!

Purchased Item Bells of Kashmir, Papier Mache Bell Ornaments (Set of 5) from India

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Fida Hussain Papier mache

(66)

"Before I joined my father, I got together with a few of my friends and started an NGO for blood donation. We would donate blood ourselves and encourage others to donate."

"I was born and raised in the beautiful valley of Srinagar, Kashmir, which for me is the coolest place on earth. Unfortunately, during the early... read more