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Hand Carved Indian Jali Soapstone Bookends, "Elephant Mom"

Name: Hand Carved Indian Jali Soapstone Bookends, 'Elephant Mom'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 224077
Price: 178.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (247 reviews)

Product ID: 224077

by Gulam Rasool (247)

Royal elephants stand back to back, proudly supporting volumes of stone. Expertly hand-carved by Gulam Rasool, the beautiful bookends showcase natural... more

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Royal elephants stand back to back, proudly supporting volumes of stone. Expertly hand-carved by Gulam Rasool, the beautiful bookends showcase natural soapstone's innate beauty. The artisan demonstrates India's legendary jali openwork technique as he depicts a tiny elephant baby inside each mother pachyderm.

3.30 kgs
7.3 lbs

15 cm H x 7.5 cm W x 13.5 cm D
6" H x 3" W x 5.25" D

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Soapstone
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
Made in India
Certified and shipped by our office in India
Product ID: 224077

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Gulam Rasool

India

Carved soapstone candleholders and home decor

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247

Lorraine

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Mar 03, 2024

“Second elephant art purchased from Gulam”

Precious piece and worried about arriving safe and sound. Relieved packaging was so secure took me removal of several layers of wrapping to get to box! Superb crafting of many elephants (my favorite creature) and love round design and substantial weight and size. Only disappointment is not off-white or ecru color as shown online, but a much darker brown or grayish shade. Nevertheless, love his work. Wish Gulam could bring back dyed/colored soapstone that he used to craft years ago. I have one of his pieces of a soapstone multi-colored elephant small box which I truly treasure.

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Purchased Item Elephant Procession, Artisan Crafted Jali Soapstone Jewelry Box

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Shira

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Sep 03, 2023

“We will treasure these!”

The detail is exquisite. Thank you for bringing this beautiful art into the world and into our homes. We will appreciate these forever.

Purchased Item Jali Illusion, Handcrafted Soapstone Decorative Box with Jali Pattern

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Shadow Warrior

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Jul 11, 2023

“A great treasure.”

Beautiful artwork and craftsmanship are words that do not adequately describe the amazing piece. I have more of these pieces, and this statement applies to them all. Just BEAUTIFUL!!!

Purchased Item White Roses, Jali Soapstone Jewelry Box

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Preserving Traditions

Close to his eightieth birthday, Gulam continues the art he learned from his elders. His father was an marble carver and jali artisan honored with the state award for excellence. Gulam has been honored with the same distinction. He still works alongside his son and other artisans to whom he has taught this craft, and treasures the role he plays in continuing this important Indian artistic tradition.

Microcredit Financing

Gulam Rasool has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $1800.

Caring for Children

Nearing his eighth decade, master stone sculptor Gulam Rasool continues to provide for his family, especially his grandchildren.

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Enabling Education

Gulam is proud to be able to help provide for his grandchildren's education.

Meet the Artist

Gulam Rasool Carved soapstone candleholders and home decor

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"After years of hard work, I was honoured with a state award for excellence…. Today, I am proud to mention that I have earned a name for myself in the art of jali work."

Update (May, 2020)I have worked with you since 2004 and you have given me a platform to exhibit my craft to the whole world. My stone czrvings are... read more