The bond presents two elephants accompanied by their riders, in unison and helping them carry logs across a river. Burmese culture is known for their deep connection with elephants. They are known to be loyal and energetic creatures that carrying out important human activities such as logging. Elephants are symbols of strength, power and loyalty. The artwork illustrates the essence of these creatures in the community and the value of working together towards accomplishment of tasks. Logging is also an important activity as portrayed in the painting because of various cultural significance such as construction, carving of religious figures, furniture and a source of fuel.
