Art Print -INDIA Folklore Tiger Attack on Elephant

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Seller's Notes: Art Print Folklore of INDIA Mythology 3 Hunters Fend Off Tiger Attack on Elephant - Framed. This is an original hand painted print of an Indian man/hunter and his 2 royal concubines in folk costumes, spearing a tiger after the tiger attacks the elephant. The subtle painting of palm trees and grass in the background suggests the scene probably takes place somewhere in the central highlands of the country of India in Asia. Excellent vintage condition, circa mid 20th century. No creases, natural defects, surface rub, tears, discoloration or water damage. Custom matted in off white and green, custom framed in a half inch black plastic laminate frame. The cardboard backing has a cutout for hanging or for standing up on a table. These types of vintage prints currently sell for $195.00 to well over $1,000.00 on web sites, on consignment and art galleries. Perfect for gift-giving. NOTE: THE PRINT IS IN PERFECT CONDITION, ANY SHADOWS ARE FROM THE INDOOR LIGHTS WHEN ART WAS PHOTOGRAPHED. FRAME AND GLASS IN PERFECT CONDITION TOO. Stored in a cool dry place. Comes from a smoke-free/pet-free home. Product Type: hand painted Indian folk lore/mythology art on fine silk fabric Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions, frame included: 12" wide X 15" high X 1/2" deep The Tiger in Indian folklore/mythology: The Tiger as the National Animal of India symbolizes the power, strength, elegance, alertness, intelligence and endurance of the nation. It has been chosen as the National animal due to its grace,strength, agility and enormous power. It is found throughout the country except in the north-western region. The Elephant in Indian and Hindu folklore/mythology: In the religious traditions of India, elephants symbolize royalty, majesty, strength, divinity, abundance, fertility, intelligence, keenness, destructive power, and grasping power. The souls in elephants are said to be highly evolved and ripe for evolution. Over 80 percent of Indians are Hindus, and to members of the Hindu religion, the elephant is a sacred animal. Elephants are sacred animals to Hindus. It is the living incarnation of one of their most important gods: Ganesh, an elephant-headed deity who rides atop a tiny mouse. Ganesha, also spelled Ganesh, also called Ganapati, elephant-headed Hindu god of beginnings, who is traditionally worshipped before any major enterprise and is the patron of intellectuals, bankers, scribes, and authors. Like an elephant, Ganesha is a remover of obstacles.

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