This is a small paper mache decoration angry elephant. It can be used as a decoration in car, home , office or can be gifted to your dear ones. This papr mache angry elephant is a product worth to be gifted. Paper mache is a famous art of Kashmir.
Paper mache is a delicate decorative art which shows the artistic zeal of a craftsman. This art was introduced in Kashmir in the 15th century by a Kashmiri prince who spent years in prison at Samarkand in central Asia. The art born in the land of Persia was highly favored by Mughal emperors of 15th and 16th century.
The ingenious paper mache artisans of Kashmir transform a variety of utility articles into beautiful works of art. Consuming a lot of hard work and time, the process of making paper mache items, which is passed down by generation to generation as a part of Kashmiri culture, involves two mains steps, 'sakhtsazi' , or the actual production of the item, and 'naqashi', when the item is painted with any number of motifs.
The paper mache objects produced in Kashmir today varies from Christmas ornaments to coasters and includes boxes of every imaginable size and shape. These objects are not only beautifully decorated, but are surprisingly light and strong. Their coating of lacquer protects them from water and gives them extra durability.
