Tapestry Elephant Mandala red green

Tapestry with elephant mandala in red and green

The interior of the mandala consists of elephants and dromedaries. There are peacock birds, nomads and mounted elephants. The mandala is surrounded by an oriental pattern of flowers, tendrils and small elephants.

Traditional screen printing in red, yellow, orange and green on dark red fabric.

This mandala reflects the history of Rajasthan; the Indian state is still inhabited by traveling nomads and animals such as elephants and camels are still important transport and pack animals for the nomadic cattle-driving peoples.

Dimensions: approx. 140×220 cm

Material: 100% cotton