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Little Hathi Nerikomi Ceramic Elephant Figurine - Indigo ₹1,499 · This piece
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Little Hathi Nerikomi Ceramic Elephant Figurine - Indigo
₹1,499Inclusive of all taxes
A palm-sized standing elephant in pale clay, wearing an indigo spotted blanket worked through the clay itself.
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NerikomiCraft
Hand washCare
7 cmHeight
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Why it earns a place
- Nerikomi spots that run through the clay, so they cannot chip or wear off
- Heavy for its size: satisfying in the hand, steady on a shelf
- One of a herd of three; the charcoal and golden ones are its siblings
- Hand-modelled, so the ears and trunk sit slightly differently on each
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A palm-sized standing elephant in pale clay, wearing an indigo spotted blanket worked through the clay itself.
Hathi is the elephant, and this is the small one: palm-sized, ears folded forward, trunk curled in, wearing a blanket of indigo spots. The spots are nerikomi, which means the coloured clay was layered and sliced before the elephant was shaped, so the pattern runs through the body rather than sitting on it. It has real weight for its size, which is why it ends up being picked up and put down again all day by whoever passes the shelf.
Nerikomi: the pattern is built through the clay before the piece is formed, and every piece is cut by hand, so no two are identical.
To scale
7 cm tall and 11 cm wide.
Outline for scale, not the exact form
- Dimensions
- H 7 cm X W 11 cm
- Material
- Ceramic
- Technique
- Nerikomi: coloured clays layered and sliced so the pattern runs through the body
- What is included
- 1 figurine
Care
- Hand wash with a soft sponge and mild soap
- Not dishwasher safe
- Avoid sudden changes in temperature
- Avoid dropping or rough handling
- Small variations in glaze and form are part of the handmade process
How it is made
The pattern is built into the clay
- Coloured clays are layered and laminated before the piece is formed, so the pattern runs through the clay
- Every piece is cut and formed by hand from that clay, so the banding is different on each one
- A batch takes about two to three weeks, from layering the clay to the final firing
No two are identical.
Free delivery across India. We dispatch within 1 to 3 business days, and delivery takes another 3 to 7 business days. Cash on delivery is available on eligible orders.
Festive Sale: exchanges only, no returns.
Request a return within 7 days of delivery for unused items with tags and original packaging. Return pickup is free.
The story
The little elephant that gets picked up all day
Hathi is the elephant, and this is the small one: palm-sized, ears folded forward, trunk curled in, wearing a blanket of indigo spots. The spots are nerikomi, which means the coloured clay was layered and sliced before the elephant was shaped, so the pattern runs through the body rather than sitting on it. It has real weight for its size, which is why it ends up being picked up and put down again all day by whoever passes the shelf.
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The craft behind the piece
The little elephant that gets picked up all day
Hathi is the elephant, and this is the small one: palm-sized, ears folded forward, trunk curled in, wearing a blanket of indigo spots. The spots are nerikomi, which means the coloured clay was layered and sliced before the elephant was shaped, so the pattern runs through the body rather than sitting on it. It has real weight for its size, which is why it ends up being picked up and put down again all day by whoever passes the shelf.
Mood match
One piece. Two moods.
Curator
The elephant takes the shelf spot you never meant to fill.
Social
The elephant gets noticed before the first drink is poured.
FAQs
Is it dishwasher or microwave safe?
Our ceramics are microwave safe unless they have metal components attached to them. They are not dishwasher safe, so hand wash them with a soft sponge and mild soap.
Why does my piece look different from the photo?
Each piece is made and finished by hand, so glaze, pattern and shape vary a little from one piece to the next. That variation is part of the handmade process, not a flaw.
How do I stop it cracking?
Avoid sudden changes in temperature and handle it gently. Our journal guide to caring for handmade ceramics covers washing, stains and storage in more detail.
Can I use it for food and drink?
Yes. Our mugs, cups, plates, bowls and serving pieces are made for everyday food and drink. Planters, vases, figurines and hanging pieces are decorative and not meant for food.
What is nerikomi?
Nerikomi is a Japanese technique in which coloured clays are layered, pressed and sliced, so the pattern runs right through the clay rather than being painted on the surface. That is why no two pieces come out exactly alike.
How long does delivery take?
Orders are dispatched within 1 to 3 business days and then delivered in 3 to 7 business days. Orders placed after 2 PM IST are processed the next business day, and nothing is dispatched on weekends or public holidays.
Is delivery free, and where do you deliver?
Delivery is free on every order, with no minimum. We deliver to addresses in India only, and you can place the order from anywhere in the world.
Can I return it?
Festive Sale: exchanges only, no returns.
Yes, within 7 days of delivery, as long as it is unused and has its tags and original packaging. Request the return on our return request page. Return pickup is free.
Is cash on delivery available?
Yes, on eligible orders. We may call or WhatsApp you to confirm a cash on delivery order before it is dispatched.
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