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Hand Crafted Wood Necklace Indian Jewelry, "Elephant Fortune"
A symbol of strength and wisdom, an elephant exudes elegant confidence in a necklace by Chander Kant. He hand-carves the kadam wood medallion with admirable detail, featuring India's legendary jali openwork in the background.
- 7 grams
- 0.25 oz
- Necklace length: 47 cm L
- Necklace length: 18.5" L
- Necklace width: 3 mm W
- Necklace width: 3 mm W
- Pendant(s): 4 cm L x 4 cm W x 0.8 cm D
- Pendant(s): 1.6" L x 1.6" W x 0.3" D
- Kadam wood
- Wood grain and color can vary slightly
- Toggle clasp
- Eco-Friendly: carved from natural and sustainable wood
- Made in India.
- Certified and shipped by our office in India
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- Free Jewelry Packaging? Yes
- Premium Jewelry Gift Box? Yes
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139
gen
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06/18/2020
"delicate work of art"
Mr. Kant is a very talented artist and wood carver. The elephant is very detailed and absolutely a beautiful gift for my friend s birthday.
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- a friend birthday
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Catherine
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12/23/2017
"FABULOUS CRAFTSMANSHIP!!"
This necklace is absolutely beautiful. Delicate and yet strong!
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Daughter
- Occasion: Christmas
Donna
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10/17/2017
"Picture doesnt do it justice"
This is a beautiful piece that is amazing in person. The detailing is exquisite!
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Gretchen
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09/24/2017
"So Lovely in person!"
Beautiful Pendant, with delicate carving - makes me think of the brave elephants rescuing their baby in a video I saw - just love it! A wonderful piece of art, thank you - Chander Kant!
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robin
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01/20/2017
"very nice elephant necklace"
So very well carved. Love it.
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Chelsea
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05/09/2017
"Graduation gift"
I love this necklace, the size is perfect. May have to order another for myself.
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Daughter
- Occasion: graduation
Annette
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02/15/2022
"Gorgeous!"
A beautiful piece that is expertly carved. A delight to wear. Thank you Chander.
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Therese
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10/05/2021
"Better in person!"
The elephant is well crafted. The colors come alive in person.
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Robert
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09/06/2021
"Beautiful craftmanship"
This item is as much a piece of art as it is wearable jewelry. The details are amazing. Proud to own it. Thank you.
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Ryan
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08/27/2021
"Beautiful woodwork and detailes"
I purchased this as a gift last year and I absolutely love it s
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Blessed Ganesha II, Wood sculpture
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Husband
- Occasion: Christmas
Anne
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07/27/2021
"Much Admired"
This necklace is truly a work of art. I bought one myself sometime back and on this occasion bought one as a special gift. Chandler, your talent is unbelievable.
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Evelyne
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04/24/2021
"magnifique"
Cette petite famille est magnifique. Travail minutieux et soigné. Fidèle à la photo. Jadore.
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- Décoration
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Preserving Traditions
Chander's family members have been carvers for generations. He grew up watching his father, uncle and other relatives carve but it is his grandfather who taught him. His family has a small workshop that produces wood jewelry and other carvings using chisels and traditional hand tools. Chander regularly conducts workshops and other educational training sessions for thousands of artisans from all over India. He is dedicated to preserving wood carving and other traditional Indian arts. He is a prominently recognized artisan and has received numerous awards.
Caring for Children
Chander provides for his two children and is determined to give them every opportunity to succeed in life.
Microcredit Financing
Chander Kant has received a $1200 microcredit loan with 0% interest.
Enabling Education
Chander provides for the education of his two children.
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