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Pair of Elephants Painted on Silk
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Pair of Elephants Painted on Silk

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 August 2025 · Jane Short Antiques
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Description

Pair of Indian elephant pictures which have been very finely painted on silk.

Each one is highly decorated and having been under glass, both are in very good condition with each one being a mirror image of the other but painted differently.

They are housed in mahogany frames and the backs have been covered in metal presumably to keep the paintings safe from insect damage. Great decorating pieces.

They are from around 1900-1920

Date of Manufacture

Jane Short Antiques has dated this Silk Elephant Painting to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1137080
Dealers Internal Reference
A4541
Description
Pair of Indian elephant pictures which have been very finely painted on silk.
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Each one is highly decorated and having been under glass, both are in very good condition with each one being a mirror image of the other but painted differently.
Jane Short Antiques

They are housed in mahogany frames and the backs have been covered in metal presumably to keep the paintings safe from insect damage. Great decorating pieces.

They are from around 1900-1920

Date of Manufacture

Jane Short Antiques has dated this Silk Elephant Painting to the 1900s.

Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137080
Dealers Internal Ref
A4541
Jane Short Antiques
Jane Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2020

30 years of expertise in 17th- to early 20th-century furniture and fine art

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A framed silk painting featuring a detailed depiction of an elephant adorned with traditional ceremonial textiles against a dark background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A framed silk painting featuring a detailed depiction of an elephant adorned with traditional ceremonial textiles against a dark background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Elephants Painted on Silk

Archive II A framed silk painting featuring a detailed depiction of an elephant adorned with traditional ceremonial textiles against a dark background. View II
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Archive V A framed silk painting featuring a detailed depiction of an elephant adorned with traditional ceremonial textiles against a dark background. View V
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Jane Short Antiques
Telephone 07850 937057 or 07540 126714
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Sudbury
Suffolk
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Mar 2020
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A framed silk painting featuring a detailed depiction of an elephant adorned with traditional ceremonial textiles against a dark background.
Pair of Elephants Painted on Silk
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A framed silk painting featuring a detailed depiction of an elephant adorned with traditional ceremonial textiles against a dark background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional Indian
  • MaterialSilk, Wood, Glass, Pigment
  • ColourGreen
  • MotifsCeremonial caparison, Floral ground, Miniature border
  • SizeH 53 cm (21 in) x W 73 cm (29 in)

FAQs

Miniature painting on silk and paper has a rich history rooted in Mughal and Rajput court traditions, where artisans utilised fine brushes to depict royal processions, wildlife, and mythological scenes.

Traditional Indian miniatures are typically created using fine silk or handmade paper, natural mineral pigments, and sometimes gold leaf highlights applied with extreme precision.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-painted brushwork with slight irregularities, natural pigment absorption into the fabric fibres, and traditional framing methods appropriate to the period.

These detailed artworks work well when paired with neutral walls and classic wooden frames, serving as focal points in studies, hallways, or living spaces.

To preserve silk paintings, keep them away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, maintain stable humidity levels, and ensure they are framed behind UV-protective glass.
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