Antique Tapestry of Elephant This antique tapestry is from the mid-1800s, showing a vintage elephant carrying a princess. The princess sits on top of the elephant, in a carrier, holding a fan. The carrier and the elephant are wearing antique Indian blankets, very ornate. Shown in great detail in rich oranges, light blues and greens, this elephant tapestry is an exquisite mid-19th century piece of Indian art, a time when Europeans were clamoring for the exotic tapestries of the East. The princess is riding the elephant, and lazing in her elephant carrier on top — a very convenient way to get around an exotic land! Please see more antique art gifts at Zazzle.com/antiqueart
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