New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has gifted a hand-etched silver lion mounted on a fuchsite stone base and a Madhubani painting to the President of Argentina, Javier Milei.
The hand-etched silver lion on a Fuchsite stone base is a striking example of Rajasthan’s renowned metalwork and gemstone artistry.
Silver lion
The intricately detailed silver lion symbolizes courage and leadership, while the Fuchsite base—known as the “Stone of Healing and Resilience”—adds natural beauty and meaning. Crafted by skilled Rajasthani artisans using silver and Fuchsite sourced from India’s mineral-rich regions, this piece beautifully embodies the country’s rich artistic and geological heritage.
Madhubani painting
This Madhubani painting of the Sun beautifully showcases one of India’s oldest folk art traditions from the Mithila region of Bihar. Renowned for bold lines, intricate patterns, and natural colours, Madhubani art traditionally adorned walls during festivals to bring prosperity and ward off negativity.
This piece highlights the Sun, a symbol of energy and life, surrounded by detailed floral borders and motifs that fill every space—a hallmark of the style. Rooted in cultural heritage and meticulous craftsmanship, it is both a decorative piece and a vibrant tribute to India’s enduring folk artistry.