{"product_id":"elephant-bird-and-tree-in-gond-by-manoj-tekam","title":"Elephant, Bird and Tree in Gond by Manoj Tekam","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional and structurally dynamic Gond painting by Manoj Tekam captures a deeply spiritual dialogue between a sacred elephant and a mystical forest tree. The artwork is a masterclass in pattern variation, utilizing complex internal textures to define form and movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGond painting is a vibrant tribal art form from Madhya Pradesh, practiced by the Gond community. It is celebrated for its intricate geometric patterns, bold colors and deep connection to nature. Traditionally used to decorate village mud walls, the art has evolved into a globally recognized style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDominating the right and center of the canvas is a large, majestic elephant rendered in profile, its trunk elegantly curling upward to intertwine with the branches of a tree. The elephant's body is filled with a bold, rhythmic pattern of black and white fish-scale crescent lines that create an incredible sense of weight and volume. Its head and legs are detailed with alternating geometric bands of chevrons and parallel lines. Highlighting the monochromatic form is a large, circular golden-yellow eye and a matching golden tusk, giving the creature an alert, intelligent expression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeaving directly over and behind the elephant's back is a stylized, multi-branched tree filled with deep blue, purple, and red cross-hatched internal lines, which stands out beautifully against the dense canopy of grey, feather-textured leaves behind it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerched near the front leg of the elephant is a smaller, protective black bird with a matching golden crescent eye. The entire artwork provides a pristine and stately finish to this highly sophisticated Gond masterpiece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis painting proudly depicts the signature patterns of the artist Manoj Tekam, which are highly symbolic in nature and are inspired by the daily life of the Gond community. These include - Sarson ke daane (mustard seeds), also known as Rai, symbolizes the agricultural importance and the use of mustard seeds in the tribe's food and medicine; Gehu ke baal (wheat spikes) represents the significance of wheat in their farming practices and diet; and Beni (braid), reflects the patterns found in the everyday customs and aesthetics of the Gond community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis composition depicts the interconnectedness between the forest and its beings, reflecting on the Gond worldview of harmonious co-existence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manoj Tekam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48384853213398,"sku":null,"price":6000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Elephant_Bird_and_Tree_in_Gond_by_Manoj_Tekam.png?v=1782201010","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/elephant-bird-and-tree-in-gond-by-manoj-tekam","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}