An antique 19th Century or earlier tsakli painting, depicting, a truly splendid image of one of the 7 possessions of the Chakravartin - the Precious Elephant. The Lord of all Bull elephants, has the strength of a thousand ordinary elephants. In battle he is fearless, unassailable and inexhaustible In peacetime he is wise and dignified , possessing a great majesty and beauty. He is the ceremonial mount of the Chakravartin, and wears a rich caparison, with a golden gorget around his neck. On his back he carries the Precious Wheel. A single syllable to the reverse.10.5 x 13.9cm