The elephant is one of the oldest and most universal symbolic animals — embodying wisdom, strength, perseverance and good fortune in countless cultures. This hand-carved wooden elephant statue in turquoise and gold comes from Bali, where the centuries-old tradition of woodcarving lives on. Made from albesia wood — a lightweight yet durable tropical timber — it is shaped by Balinese craftsmen, painted on a white base and decorated with turquoise and gold colours.
Albesia wood — lightweight and durable tropical timber
Albesia (Falcataria moluccana) is a fast-growing, environmentally sustainable tropical wood widely used in South-East Asia for crafting decorative objects. It is lighter than many other wood species yet carves beautifully and takes painted surfaces well. Each statue is hand-carved — there may be slightly different details on each piece, which is the natural hallmark of handcraft.
Turquoise and gold decoration — characterful and decorative
The white-painted body of the statue is adorned with turquoise and gold patterns evoking mandala and floral motifs. Turquoise represents calm and creativity, while gold symbolises prosperity and light. Together they create a particularly characterful, bohemian and spiritually charged decorative element. At 8x27x24 cm, it makes an ideal piece for a shelf, coffee table or sideboard.
The symbolism of the elephant
The elephant holds a special place in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. In Hindu mythology, Ganesha — the elephant-headed deity — is the remover of obstacles and the patron of new beginnings. An elephant depicted with its trunk raised is believed to attract good fortune, which is why the raised-trunk elephant is especially popular in Eastern decor. Placed in the home, it radiates strength, wisdom and positive energy into the space.
Product details
- Material: albesia wood, hand-carved and painted
- Colour: turquoise and gold decoration
- Size: 8 x 27 x 24 cm
- Net weight: approx. 1 kg
- Use: home decoration, shelf ornament
- Style: bohemian, spiritual, Eastern
- Appearance: natural variations possible due to handcraft
- Origin: Indonesia