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Sitting by the sea in reverie, a woman criss-crosses her legs and contemplates life. Inspired by a dream, Indian artist Jay Karun paints this expressionist composition. He says "As the vast sea, she wants to grow in her life breaking all boundaries to reach where she wants to be."

Walking calmly through nature, the Hindu god Ganesha is depicted in this fascinating Madhubani painting from India. Working with vegetable dyes on handmade paper, Indian artist Ambika Devi paints this scene in an intricate folk art style. Originating from the Mithila region, Madhubani paintings are a revered form of folk art that was originally reserved for women.

Seated atop a lotus flower, the revered Hindu god Ganesha is depicted in this painting by Sunil Jaiswal. Working with a mix of watercolor, acrylic, and ink on handmade paper, the artist paints this scene in an expressionist style that evokes Indian folk art. One hand is held in a symbol of blessing, while the other holds the elephant-headed god's favorite dessert, laddu.

A young princess, resplendent in her traditional attire and adorned with luxurious jewelry, is fascinated by a vibrant bloom in Indian artist Bharti Dayal's stunning composition. Crafted with meticulous detail in the revered Madhubani style using acrylic paints and vegetable dyes on handmade paper, this remarkable painting boasts a dazzling array of red, orange, yellow, black, white, grey, aqua, green and blue hues, inviting you to revel in its beauty and narrative charm.

For a fun and lovely addition to your home decor, this composition is painted by Pang-Kod the elephant in Thailand. Working delicately with the paintbrush, the elephant paints an abstract scene with dancing lines of pink, green, yellow, and red.

Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants' paintings widely accessible to the general public, NOVICA hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant's biography.

The reverse side of this original painting features the Elephant Conservation Center's seal of authenticity.

Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk - which is also the elephants' delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet here and there are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

Evoking the beauty of dawn, this abstract composition is painted by Luuk Khang, an elephant from Thailand. Luuk paints with tones of yellow, red, soft pink, and black. These solemn tendrils rise up the paper like flame.

Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants' paintings widely accessible to the general public, NOVICA hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant's biography.

The reverse side of this original painting features the Elephant Conservation Center's seal of authenticity.

Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk - which is also the elephants' delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet here and there are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

In a dreamlike world of harmonious nature, Hindu deity Krishna merges with representations of green land and blue water, depicted wearing a bird feather crown and holding a flute. To his side, a swirling and bifurcating tree ascends to the heavens, laden with the songbirds of divinity. A series of eyes line the trunk of the tree, watching the faithful as they perform their eternal duties. Among the most revered and celebrated of the Hindu deities, Krishna plays a central role in the lives of followers of Hinduism. Bharti Dayal paints 'Divine Eye of Krishna' in the traditional Madhubani style, popularized in 1967 following the great famine of the Mithila region, utilizing outlined two-dimensional shapes painted in solid, vegetable dye hues to create a fantastical aesthetic without the distraction of perspective.

"Madhubani paintings are in fact a simplistic manifestation of the philosophical heights achieved by Indian civilization for the universal power of love, longing and peace, the quest of all beings," Dayal says.

In a variety of dark hues, wavy forms create an energetic cluster at the center of this abstract painting. Luuk Khang the elephant from Thailand carefully paints this unique composition.

Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants' paintings widely accessible to the general public, NOVICA hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant's biography.

The reverse side of this original painting features the Elephant Conservation Center's seal of authenticity.

Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk - which is also the elephants' delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet here and there are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

In a variety of different colors, wavy forms come together to capture the energy of a speeding race car. Luuk Khang the elephant from Thailand carefully paints this unique abstract composition.

Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants' paintings widely accessible to the general public, NOVICA hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant's biography.

The reverse side of this original painting features the Elephant Conservation Center's seal of authenticity.

Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk - which is also the elephants' delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet here and there are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

Uzbek artist Mukhamedali draws inspiration from ancient themes and techniques to create a painting of unparalleled beauty. He relies on the timeless tale of Layla and Majnun to weave an exquisite scene that transports us to a classic story of love and longing. The artwork portrays the connection between Qays ibn al-Mulawwah, the 7th-century Arabic poet, and his beloved Layla bint Mahdi, lost in deep conversation amidst a lush pomegranate garden. The artist also pays homage to his homeland’s revered art of lacquer miniature painting with his use of tempera paints and watercolors on papier mache meticulously finished with lacquer. Set on a chipboard mat draped in faux velvet and embraced by a walnut wood frame adorned with intricately hand-carved accents, this extraordinary masterpiece is ready to grace any space with its captivating allure.

In a mesmerizing display of artistic prowess, Uzbekistan’s Mukhamedali channels the essence of ancient themes and techniques to compose a painting that captures the eye. Enveloped in the timeless tale of Layla and Majnun, this alluring composition transports us to a classic story of love where the soulful connection between Qays ibn al-Mulawwah and Layla bint Mahdi unfolds amidst the verdant splendor of a pomegranate garden. Evoking the revered art of his homeland’s lacquer miniature painting, Mukhamedali employs a skillful fusion of tempera paints and watercolors on papier mache, meticulously adorned with a lacquer finish. Nestled within a chipboard mat draped in faux velvet and embraced by a walnut wood frame boasting intricate hand-carved accents, this extraordinary artwork arrives complete with a brass hanger, ready to grace any space with its unmatched beauty.

Broad strokes of red and green evoke the Christmas season. Grasping the brush with his trunk, Pooparn paints an exuberant abstract that expresses his cheerful spirit. The young Thai elephant artist shows a preference for bright, clear colors.

Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants' paintings widely accessible to the general public, NOVICA hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant's biography.

The reverse side of this original painting features the Elephant Conservation Center's seal of authenticity, as well as Pooparn's biographical information. It arrives unframed.

Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk - which is also the elephants' delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet here and there are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.