Featuring a mighty elephant holding a red jewel with its trunk down, this remarkable Feng Shui elephant statue is believed to bring in auspicious energies.
Since antiquity, the elephant has been a powerful symbol of strength, good fortune, knowledge, and fertility. This unique animal is considered sacred in Buddhism and Asian mythology, and has a strong influence on its beholder's spirit and luck.
Although color and material are also important aspects of an elephant statue,the elephant's trunk is considered the most important detailing. The elephant's trunk is an important symbol in the statue; the trunk is essential for an elephant's survival, it is both sensitive and strong. When the trunk is up, it is a representation of the showering of good luck. When the trunks are intertwined, it represents a token of friendship and good relationships. As the Chinese words on the stand of the statue called" Ping An Ji Xiang" means, this elephant statue holding a beautiful red jewel with its trunk down symbolizes harmony, safety and auspiciousness, because the word "elephant", called "Xiang" in Chinese, is phonetically similar to "auspiciousness".
The elephant has the same utility as fu dogs, and are a popular protection cure with their physical power and strength. The elephant has also been used as a good luck symbol since ancient times in Asian mythology and culture. Considered a sacred animal in Buddhism and Indian mythology, the elephant also has the power to enhance intellectual curiosity and the excitement for knowledge. (Place in an office or study room for an intellectual boost.)
The elephant has red wood color and it is made of resin. The dimension of it is approx. 7"(L) x 4.5"(W) x 6.5"(H).
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