49" Large Wooden Table Bottom in Elephant Design

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49" Large Wooden Table Bottom in Elephant Design

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Name: 49" Large Wooden Table Bottom in Elephant Design
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: PHD360
Price: 4680.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$4387.50

$5850

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This Large Wooden Table Bottom in Elephant Design offers an exquisite foundation for creating a magnificent piece of home decor. Specifically designed to support a glass table top, its circular shape and lotus petal pattern provide a perfect blend of aesthetics and functionality. The intricately carved six elephant heads with curved trunks add a touch of traditional charm and glory, symbolizing strength, wisdom, and prosperity in many cultures.

The central portion, surrounded by the elephant heads, features a fully bloomed lotus pattern, further enhancing the table's visual appeal. The lotus holds symbolic significance, representing purity and divine beauty in various traditions. The circular and curved design elements create a seamless flow, offering a harmonious and balanced look.

When topped with a glass table, this wooden base transforms into a unique and eye-catching centerpiece. The transparency of the glass allows the detailed craftsmanship of the wooden base to shine through, creating a captivating display. This Large Wooden Table Bottom not only serves a practical purpose but also becomes a conversation-worthy work of art, blending traditional charm with contemporary elegance to elevate the overall aesthetic of any living space.

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Specifications

	PHD360
	Wood
	Height: 27 inch
	Width: 49 inch
	Depth: 49 inch
	Weight 30.18 kg

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An Emblem of Strength and Wisdom

This magnificent wooden table base is a testament to the artistry of skilled carvers and a celebration of one of nature's most revered creatures. Crafted from rich, dark wood, its design is a captivating representation of elephants, symbols deeply entrenched in cultures worldwide for their strength, intelligence, and gentle nature. The piece features multiple elephant heads, intricately carved with detailed tusks, expressive eyes, and textured ears, forming a majestic and stable foundation. Each head is poised as if in mid-stride, their trunks elegantly curled, creating a dynamic and visually striking arrangement. The central column rises with a textured, stacked design, further enhancing its sculptural quality, while the broad, circular base, adorned with carved leaf motifs, ensures stability and anchors the entire piece with an air of grounded grandeur.

Echoes of Ancient Lore

The elephant holds a place of profound significance across many traditions. In Hinduism, Airavata, the celestial white elephant, is the king of all elephants and the mount of the god Indra, symbolizing power, royalty, and the ability to control the clouds and rain. Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity, is revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, intellect, and new beginnings. In Buddhism, the white elephant is a symbol of purity and royal power, believed to have entered the womb of Queen Maya, the mother of Buddha, in a dream. In African cultures, elephants are often seen as symbols of wisdom, memory, and community. This carved base, with its numerous elephant forms, evokes these rich associations, bringing a sense of ancient wisdom, unwavering strength, and spiritual gravitas to any space it inhabits.

A Masterpiece of Craftsmanship

The exceptional detail and meticulous execution of this piece speak volumes about the artisan's skill. Every curve, every line, and every textured surface has been carefully sculpted to bring the elephants to life. The deep wood grain adds to the tactile and visual appeal, giving the piece an authentic, time-honored character. This is not merely a functional item; it is a work of art that commands attention and sparks conversation. It serves as a powerful decorative element, capable of transforming a living room, entryway, or meditation space into a sanctuary of culture and artistry. Imagine this base adorned with a glass or solid wood top, ready to hold your treasured items, a captivating centerpiece that tells a story of heritage and enduring spirit. It is a statement piece that seamlessly blends form and function, offering both aesthetic beauty and a connection to profound cultural symbolism.

Sculpting Serenity: Unveiling the Art of Crafting Wood Statues

Wood has been a preferred material for sculptures and statues since ancient times. It is easy to work with than most metals and stones and therefore requires less effort to shape it into any desired shape or form. The texture of the wood gives an element of realism to the sculpture. The selection of an appropriate wood type is necessary for carving. Woods that are too resinous or coniferous are not considered good for carving as their fiber is very soft and thus lacks strength. On the other hand, wood such as Mahogany, Oakwood, Walnut wood, Weet cherry wood, etc., are preferred by sculptors because their fiber is harder. A wood sculptor uses various tools such as a pointed chisel in one hand and a mallet in another to bring the wood to the desired measurement and to make intricate details on it. A carving knife is used to cut and smooth the wood. Other tools such as the gouge, V-tool, and coping saw also serve as important tools in wood carving. Although the wood carving technique is not as complex and tough as stone carving or metal sculpting, nonetheless, a wood carver requires a high level of skills and expertise to create a stunning sculpture.

1. Selecting the right wood

The process of wood carving begins with selecting a chunk of wood that is required according to the type and shape of the statue to be created by the sculptor. Both hardwoods and softwoods are used for making artistic pieces, however, hardwoods are preferred more than softer woods because of their durability and longevity. But if heavy detailing is to be done on the statue, wood with fine grain would be needed as it would be difficult to work with hardwood.

2. Shaping the wood

Once the wood type is selected, the wood carver begins the general shaping process using gouges of various sizes. A gouge is a tool having a curved cutting edge which is useful in removing large unwanted portions of wood easily without splitting the wood. The sculptor always carves the wood across the grain of the wood and not against it.

3. Adding detailing

When a refined shape of the statue is obtained, it is time for making details on the statue using different tools. This is achieved by using tools such as a veiner to make and a V-tool to create decorative and sharp cuts.

4. Surface finishing

Once finer details have been added, the sculptor is ready to smoothen the surface and give it a perfect finish. Tools such as rasps and rifflers are used to get a smooth surface. The finer polishing is obtained by rubbing the surface with sandpaper. If a textured surface is required, this step is skipped. Finally, to protect the statue from excessive dirt accumulation, the sculptor applies natural oils such as walnut or linseed oil all over it. This also brings a natural sheen to the statue.

How to care for Wood Statues?

Wood is extensively used in sculpting especially in countries like China, Germany, and Japan. One feature that makes the wood extremely suitable for making statues and sculptures is that it is light and can take very fine detail. It is easier for artists to work with wood than with other materials such as metal or stone. Both hardwoods, as well as softwood, are used for making sculptures. Wood is mainly used for indoor sculptures because it is not as durable as stone. Changes in weather cause wooden sculptures to split or be attacked by insects or fungus. The principal woods for making sculptures and statues are cedar, pine, walnut, oak, and mahogany. The most common technique that sculptors use to make sculptures out of wood is carving with a chisel and a mallet. Since wooden statues are prone to damage, fire, and rot, they require proper care and maintenance.

Wood tends to expand and contract even after it has been processed, thus it is always recommended to keep the wooden sculptures in rooms with little humidity. Excess moisture can harm your masterpiece.

Periodical dusting of the finished piece is necessary to maintain its beauty as dust accumulation on the surface takes away the shine of the sculpture. You can use a clean and soft cloth or a hairbrush for this purpose.

You must avoid applying any chemical-based solutions that may damage the wood from the inside. Instead, you can apply lemon oil or coconut oil using a cotton rag to the sculpture to bring out its natural shine. Lemon oil also helps to clean any stains on the sculpture.

Applying a layer of beeswax protects the wood from sun damage and hides even the smallest imperfections on the wood.

It is extremely important to preserve and protect wooden sculptures with proper care. A little carelessness and negligence can lead to their decay, resulting in losing all their beauty and strength. Therefore, a regular clean-up of the sculptures is a must to prolong their age and to maintain their shine and luster.

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