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Pair of Vintage Chinese Carved Elephant Statues
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An exceptional pair of Chinese hand carved wooded statues / stands. Whimsical, wonderfully detailed, figural, each in the form of an Asian elephant, painted white, forward facing, having ornate gilt gold accents including fire breathing dragon, lotus flower, various scrolling and contrasting red blanket. An outstanding example of Chinese folk art.
As attractive as they are versatile, the magnificent matching pair can be used many different ways, indoors or outdoors, as a garden ornament, holding up a flower planter, or in the living room as the base to a coffee or side table or with a simple wood plank, placed in the entry as a bench, with a little imagination, the possibilities are endless.
Dimensions each (approx):
18"H, 8.5"W, 21"D
32lbs Total.
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Forney, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5977226927622
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