Articulated Papier Maché Figurine | Orange Tiger

This papier-mâché elephant figurine with an articulated head is a handcrafted decorative piece, entirely shaped by hand in the Odisha region of India. The head is articulated to the body by a traditional attachment system, a skill passed down from generation to generation.

Each figurine is the result of long manual work: sculpting the body and head separately, natural drying, then painting entirely by brush by the artisan.

Painted with colorful motifs (red, yellow, white) on a grey background, this figurine is inspired by the ceremonial adornments worn by elephants during traditional Indian festivals. Its articulated movement gives it a playful and lively aspect, halfway between a decorative figurine and a handcrafted toy.

Each piece retains subtle unique characteristics, inherent to its entirely handmade production.

No two pieces are strictly identical; slight variations in color and relief are a testament to this entirely manual work.

Unique piece, slight natural variations.

Material: 100% traditional paper mache and tamarind fiber paste.

Dimensions: Approximately 15 x 20 cm.