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Drawing depicting an elephant Mughal - Drawing depicting an elephant Mughal India, early 18th century China on paper, depicting an elephant in captivity and three Mahouts tending it.The Mughal court's fascination with 'exotic' animals is well known, particularly during the Akbar period. Elephants were part of this context and were used for heavy loads and for agricultural work. As a symbol of power, they were means of transport for important people during celebrations and parades, and finally they were trained to perform acrobatics during games. Within a yellow marble frame. 32 x 54 cm (light 20X39)