Grand 18-Inch Royal Kashmiri Papier-M?ch? Elephant (Hand-Painted Gold Naqashi)

This magnificent 18-inch Kashmiri Papier-M?ch? elephant is a masterpiece of South Asian craftsmanship, hand-sculpted from reinforced paper pulp and adorned with breathtakingly intricate Naqashi (miniature painting). Every inch of its surface is covered in traditional floral motifs and “Tree of Life” patterns using gold and silver leaf accents, a process that requires weeks of meticulous labor by master artisans. Standing at a substantial 18 inches with its trunk raised as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune, this piece serves as a luxurious cultural focal point that blends ancient Persian artistic influences with the unique heritage of the Kashmir Valley.