Royal figures seated on an elephant: Phad by Kalyan Joshi

In the painting, artist Kalyan Joshi gracefully depicts the image of two men wearing crowns seated on an elephant, representing a royal procession or the arrival of a king and his entourage. This describes a historical event or celebrates the grandeur of royalty in Rajasthan. The image also conveys themes of power and authority. Men wearing crowns are rulers or leaders, and the elephant, a symbol of strength and majesty, emphasizes their dominance and control over their domain. Phad art is not always confined to strictly historical or religious narratives. Artists often infuse their creativity and personal interpretation into their works, so the meaning of a particular painting may be unique to the artist’s perspective and intent.