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Vintage Chinese Carved Wooden Elephant Sculpture on Ornate Openwork Stand
A beautifully detailed wooden elephant sculpture in traditional Chinese style, accompanied by its matching dark carved wooden display stand.
The elephant features hand-carved details, inset glass eyes and two cream-coloured tusks believed to be made from porcelain or glass.
The wooden stand has an attractive naturalistic openwork design, characteristic of traditional Chinese decorative carving.
Dimensions:
* Elephant length: 22 cm
* Overall height including stand: 17 cm
* Stand length: 27 cm
* Overall width: approximately 12 cm
* Total weight: approximately 1.1 kg
Condition:
Good vintage condition, with age-related surface marks, natural cracks in the wood and signs of previous use, as shown in the photographs.
Both decorative tusks and glass eyes are present.
There are carved markings underneath the elephant’s feet. Their exact meaning has not been established.
Origin and Age:
The carving is believed to be Chinese based on its design and close similarities to documented Chinese wooden elephant sculptures. The exact age and maker are unknown.
A charming and highly decorative piece for collectors of Chinese wooden carvings, elephants and Oriental antiques.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.
