Tote bag "The Elephant", a tote bag paying homage to Guillaume Apollinaire's Bestiary, illustrated by Raoul Dufy

This "The Elephant" Tote bag is taken from Apollinaire’s Bestiary, illustrated by Raoul Dufy

The Elephant is taken from the collection Le Bestiaire ou Cortège d'Orphée , written by Guillaume Apollinaire in 1911. The elephant, a symbol of grandeur and majesty, here embodies power and wisdom. Apollinaire explores through this poem the image of an imposing yet wise animal, which crosses the ages and civilizations. This tote bag, inspired by this image, evokes quiet strength and the harmony between power and serenity.

Raoul Dufy illustrates the elephant with broad, imposing shapes, highlighting its majestic stature. The illustration accentuates the animal's tranquility while emphasizing its natural authority. This bag, both strong and elegant, combines Apollinaire's poetic art with Dufy's graphic beauty, creating a work that is both powerful and poetic.

Carry this bag as a tribute to wisdom and quiet strength. It's an accessory for those who value grandeur and dignity, while appreciating the elegance of art and poetry. The tote bag embodies the majesty of the elephant and its timeless impact on our collective imagination.

Text of the poem:

Like an elephant its ivory,
I have a precious commodity in my mouth.
Dead purple!… I buy my glory
At the cost of melodious words.