Indian Figure Depicting Elephant with Howdah

An elephant waits with its howdah lifted off, like a tiny pavilion.

This brass elephant with a howdah was made in India and is dated in the record to the 17th century. Elephants carrying howdah canopies are commonly associated with processions and royal display in India. The animal stands squarely with its trunk curled to one side, with an engraved blanket or band across its back. The howdah is a small open pavilion with a domed roof, set on top. The whole figure rests on a stepped rectangular plinth. The brass has a warm, rubbed golden patina.

About 11 inches tall. A tiny parade held in your hand.