[Pramāṇa](https://indike.org/pramana/) › [Physical](https://indike.org/pramana/inp) › [Artefacts](https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact) › [National Museum, New Delhi](https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.nm) › Plaque # Plaque The terracotta plaque depicts an elephant and its mahout, showcasing a unique scene where the mahout is attempting to climb onto the elephant's back from the front side. The elephant itself features intricate engravings that highlight decorative elements resembling textile patterns and jewelry on its body. - **Kind:** artefact - **Date:** 100–1 BCE - **Place:** Chandraketugarh (22.6812, 88.6899) --- Source: [https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.nm.85-355](https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.nm.85-355) · Pramāṇa