Burmese Bronze Elephant Sculpture. 

Size: 11 x 6 x 7 1/2 in. 

Elephants hold a prominent place in Burmese art, symbolizing strength, wisdom, and royal authority within Myanmar’s cultural and religious traditions. Frequently depicted in paintings, sculptures, temple reliefs, and ceremonial objects, elephants are associated with both the Buddhist and animist traditions of the region, often representing auspiciousness, protection, and the support of sacred structures. White elephants, in particular, are considered especially sacred and historically linked to Burmese kingship, inspiring intricate decorative motifs in textiles, lacquerware, and gilded carvings. Across centuries, the elephant’s image has served not only as a spiritual and political emblem but also as a source of artistic inspiration, highlighting the animal’s enduring symbolic and aesthetic significance in Burmese visual culture.

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