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Title: Vintage 1980 Nancy Lopez Ceramic Elephant Figurines / Bookends – Matching Pair (Made in Japan)Description:
Up for sale is a beautiful, matching pair of vintage ceramic elephant figurines designed by Nancy Lopez, officially stamped and dated 1980. This high-quality set retains its original blue and silver foil \"Made in Japan\" export sticker on the base.
Heavily inspired by classic Hollywood Regency and Asian Chinoiserie styles, these elegant pieces are sculpted in a kneeling position with raised trunks—a traditional symbol of good luck, strength, and prosperity.
The figurines feature a gorgeous glazed cream/off-white finish, accented with hand-painted pastel pink and terracotta red harnesses, blankets, and floral medallions. The sides of the ceremonial blankets showcase subtle, raised relief details adding excellent texture to the sculpt.
The bottoms come equipped with their original clean, black protective foam/felt pads to protect your shelving from scratches.These work beautifully as standalone statement statues on a mantle, accent pieces on a shelf, or as functional, heavy decorative bookends.Condition Report: Excellent vintage condition! No chips, cracks, or visible crazing. The glazed finish remains highly glossy, and the hand-painted details are crisp and vibrant. Both pieces feature clean bases with the original foil label intact. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to evaluate the condition. the condition.