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18th/19th Century Bronze Tibetan Altar Piece - 8629
18th/19th Century Bronze Tibetan Altar Piece - 8629

18th/19th Century Bronze Tibetan Altar Piece - 8629

Located in Ukiah, CA

Very sweet well cast elephant on top, with a copper bridle. The base is sealed.

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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Elephants

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Pair Of Famille Rose, “Cong” Form, Porcelain Vases, Qing Dynasty
Antique Chinese Pair Of Famille Rose, “Cong” Form, Porcelain Vases, Qing Dynasty

Antique Chinese Pair Of Famille Rose, “Cong” Form, Porcelain Vases, Qing Dynasty

Located in Bridgeport, CT

This pair of porcelain vases are raised on circular foot rings with squared bodies featuring exquisitely moulded elephant mask and faux loose ring handles, with one to either side of...

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19th Century Asian Qing Antique Elephants

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Botany Print of Dillenia Indica by Buchoz, circa 1785
Antique Botany Print of Dillenia Indica by Buchoz, circa 1785

Antique Botany Print of Dillenia Indica by Buchoz, circa 1785

Located in Langweer, NL

Botanical engraving of dillenia indica, commonly known as elephant apple. This print originates from 'Les dons merveilleux et diversement coloriés de la nature (..)' by P.J.

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Late 18th Century Antique Elephants

Materials

Paper

Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch Solid Silver Mug, Oomersi Mawji Bhuj c.1890
Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch Solid Silver Mug, Oomersi Mawji Bhuj c.1890

Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch Solid Silver Mug, Oomersi Mawji Bhuj c.1890

By Oomersi Mawji

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Most striking are two dynamic and finely chased narrative vignettes: one depicting a lion in the act of taking down an antelope, and the other featuring an elephant overpowering a ti...

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19th Century Indian Other Antique Elephants

Materials

Silver

Fine Pair of Early Victorian Amethyst Cornucopia Candlesticks
Fine Pair of Early Victorian Amethyst Cornucopia Candlesticks

Fine Pair of Early Victorian Amethyst Cornucopia Candlesticks

Located in Steyning, West sussex

A fine pair of early Victorian cornucopias of exceptional quality on white marble bases mounted with finely chased gilt bronze elephant heads supporting drip pan and candle nozzle, s...

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1840s British Victorian Antique Elephants

Materials

Ormolu

Teddy Roosevelt Silk Kerchief Made for His 1912 Presidential Run
Teddy Roosevelt Silk Kerchief Made for His 1912 Presidential Run

Teddy Roosevelt Silk Kerchief Made for His 1912 Presidential Run

Located in York County, PA

This manner of choosing a mascot fell in line with the Republican and Democrat selections of the Elephant and Donkey. The presence of such a large moose makes this unlike other examp...

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1910s American Antique Elephants

Materials

Silk

Goberg , Hugo Berger Wrought Iron Bookends, Germany, circa 1910
Goberg , Hugo Berger Wrought Iron Bookends, Germany, circa 1910

Goberg , Hugo Berger Wrought Iron Bookends, Germany, circa 1910

By Goberg

Located in Delft, NL

These bookends with elephants in Arts and Craft style made of wrought iron and marked tab the side on each bookend.

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Early 20th Century German Antique Elephants

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Pair of Large French Chinoiserie Style White Porcelain Figures
A Pair of Large French Chinoiserie Style White Porcelain Figures

A Pair of Large French Chinoiserie Style White Porcelain Figures

Located in New York, NY

Each figure is modeled standing on an ornate square base with elephant-head supports at the corners and scrolling foliate relief panels along the sides.

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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Elephants

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Italian Florentine Hand-Carved & Gilt Finished Floor Lamp & Shade
Antique Italian Florentine Hand-Carved & Gilt Finished Floor Lamp & Shade

Antique Italian Florentine Hand-Carved & Gilt Finished Floor Lamp & Shade

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The lamp is paired with a contemorary artisan made shade with hand-crafted panels with decorative elephants. The lamp stands on a sturdy base with carved claw feet.

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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Elephants

Materials

Gesso, Softwood

Meissen Porcelain Allegory of the Continent of Africa, Circa  1750
Meissen Porcelain Allegory of the Continent of Africa, Circa  1750

Meissen Porcelain Allegory of the Continent of Africa, Circa 1750

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite piece stands 5 inches high with a 4-inch diameter base, depicting two embracing figures, one adorned with an elephant headdress and the other with a lion headdress.

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18th Century German Antique Elephants

Materials

Porcelain

Four Miniature Figures in Various Metals, Early 1900s
Four Miniature Figures in Various Metals, Early 1900s

Four Miniature Figures in Various Metals, Early 1900s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Four miniature figures in various metals, early 1900s. Two elephants, Scottie and Pekingese. In good condition with fine patina.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Elephants

Renaissance Mapping of Sumatra: Featuring Singapore in Münster’s Woodcut, c.1590
Renaissance Mapping of Sumatra: Featuring Singapore in Münster’s Woodcut, c.1590

Renaissance Mapping of Sumatra: Featuring Singapore in Münster’s Woodcut, c.1590

Located in Langweer, NL

Large cartouche of a man riding an elephant. Both Sumatra and Sri Lanka have been associated with the mythical island of Taprobana.

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16th Century German Antique Elephants

Materials

Paper

Pair of Antique Japanese Bronze Candlesticks / Incense Holders
Pair of Antique Japanese Bronze Candlesticks / Incense Holders

Pair of Antique Japanese Bronze Candlesticks / Incense Holders

Located in Forney, TX

Japan, 19th century, diminutive / petite bulbous tiered sculptural form with dragon mask and floral reliefs, rising on elephant trunk cabriole legs, resting on raised circular foot, ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Elephants

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Jardinière with Copper Liner
Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Jardinière with Copper Liner

Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Jardinière with Copper Liner

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The jardinière showcases detailed scenes on each side: one depicting a tranquil landscape with a man and wandering elephant, while the other portrays lush scenery with a man and ox, ...

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Elephants

Materials

Coral

Original Audubon Hand Colored Lithograph of "The Sewellel"
Original Audubon Hand Colored Lithograph of "The Sewellel"

Original Audubon Hand Colored Lithograph of "The Sewellel"

By John James Audubon

Located in Alamo, CA

Audubon's first illustrations were published in a large elephant folio size. Due to their expense they were purchased in rather small numbers by the wealthy.

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Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Antique Elephants

Materials

Lithograph

Arts and Crafts Period Glazed Porcelain Cachepot on Decorative Gilt Metal Stand
Arts and Crafts Period Glazed Porcelain Cachepot on Decorative Gilt Metal Stand

Arts and Crafts Period Glazed Porcelain Cachepot on Decorative Gilt Metal Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

Of continental origin and having a makers mark on underside, glazed cachepot in brilliant colors of blue with dragons and various colored flowers, the gilt metal stands with elephant...

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Elephants

Pair of Lamps in Satsuma Earthenware and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880
Pair of Lamps in Satsuma Earthenware and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880

Pair of Lamps in Satsuma Earthenware and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Quadripode base adorned with elephants heads and openwork geometrical Chinese style motifs.

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Late 19th Century Antique Elephants

Materials

Bronze

19th-Century Victorian Centerpiece by Elkington, England, circa 1858
19th-Century Victorian Centerpiece by Elkington, England, circa 1858

19th-Century Victorian Centerpiece by Elkington, England, circa 1858

By Elkington & Co.

Located in Paris, FR

The piece also includes an engraving of an elephant within a tower, possibly a family crest.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Elephants

Materials

Silver Plate

"Atlas to Accompany Monograph XXXII on the Geology of Yellowstone National Park"
"Atlas to Accompany Monograph XXXII on the Geology of Yellowstone National Park"

"Atlas to Accompany Monograph XXXII on the Geology of Yellowstone National Park"

By United States Geological Survey

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Published by the Department of the Interior, the Atlas consists of 27 elephant folio sized sheets, containing 17 single-page and 7 double-page maps.

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Early 1900s American Antique Elephants

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Paper

Lovely Antique Satsuma Lamp Vase Set with Cranes and Turtles, Japan 19th Century
Lovely Antique Satsuma Lamp Vase Set with Cranes and Turtles, Japan 19th Century

Lovely Antique Satsuma Lamp Vase Set with Cranes and Turtles, Japan 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice quality with superb decoration of cranes and turtles. With elephant handles. Both lamps are working! The additions are bronze Condition: Overall condition; Vase 1; res...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Elephants

Materials

Earthenware

Eared Grebe /// John James Audubon Ornithology Havell Edition Bird Animal Art
Eared Grebe /// John James Audubon Ornithology Havell Edition Bird Animal Art

Eared Grebe /// John James Audubon Ornithology Havell Edition Bird Animal Art

By John James Audubon

Located in Saint Augustine, FL

Artist: John James Audubon (American, 1785-1851) Title: "Eared Grebe" (Plate CCCCIV - 404; part No. 81) Portfolio: The Birds of America (Havell Edition) Year: 1838 Medium: Original H...

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1830s Victorian Antique Elephants

Materials

Watercolor, Engraving, Aquatint, Intaglio

Pair French Japonisme Ormolu Patinated Bronze & Cloisonné Vases Christofle & Cie
Pair French Japonisme Ormolu Patinated Bronze & Cloisonné Vases Christofle & Cie

Pair French Japonisme Ormolu Patinated Bronze & Cloisonné Vases Christofle & Cie

By Christofle

Located in New York, NY

The handles are formed as elephant heads in patinated bronze, each with upturned trunks and decorative embellishments, affixed to the body at the shoulder.

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1880s French Japonisme Antique Elephants

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Pair of Italian 19th Century Louis XVI St. Console Tables
Pair of Italian 19th Century Louis XVI St. Console Tables

Pair of Italian 19th Century Louis XVI St. Console Tables

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The apron displays superb intertwined ribbon and berried laurel bands set on a patinated background with an exceptional reserve of an elephant at the center with the inscription "CAE...

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Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Wooden Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Antique Carved Wooden Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Antique Carved Wooden Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolve...

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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Boxwood, Fruitwood

Massive Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Vase, Late 19th Century, Japan
Massive Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Vase, Late 19th Century, Japan

Massive Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Vase, Late 19th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A very large Meiji period bronze vase, possibly for temple use, with high relief design and elephant head handles, late 19th century, Japan.

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Elephants

Materials

Bronze

Antique Map of the Empire of the Great Mogol and the Kingdom of Kachimere
Antique Map of the Empire of the Great Mogol and the Kingdom of Kachimere

Antique Map of the Empire of the Great Mogol and the Kingdom of Kachimere

Located in Langweer, NL

At the bottom, three engraved views show indigenous scenes of the Mogol Empire, including 2 combatants on Elephants, a scene in the Royal Court, and the custom of Burning the Dead.

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Early 18th Century Antique Elephants

Materials

Paper

Antique Carved Wooden Cartouche Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Antique Carved Wooden Cartouche Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Antique Carved Wooden Cartouche Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolve...

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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Boxwood, Fruitwood

The « Nymphs » Bowl by A-E Carrier-Belleuse and H. Journet & Cie, France, c 1878
The « Nymphs » Bowl by A-E Carrier-Belleuse and H. Journet & Cie, France, c 1878

The « Nymphs » Bowl by A-E Carrier-Belleuse and H. Journet & Cie, France, c 1878

By H. Journet & Cie, Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Located in PARIS, FR

They showed together on their booth at the 1867 Universal Exhibition held in Paris a fine pair of onyx, bronze and enamel vases and their stands with elephants figures (signed « G. V...

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1870s French Antique Elephants

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Bronze Sculpture Mastiff by Charles Valton Dog Bronze Statue Animalier Antiques
Bronze Sculpture Mastiff by Charles Valton Dog Bronze Statue Animalier Antiques

Bronze Sculpture Mastiff by Charles Valton Dog Bronze Statue Animalier Antiques

By Charles Valton

Located in West Hollywood, CA

He creates many small scale models of African and Indian wildlife, including lions, tigers, jaguars, camels and elephants using granite and white marble as a base for surrounding bro...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Elephants

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Pair of Cloisonné Vases Attributed to A. Giroux, France, Circa 1860
Pair of Cloisonné Vases Attributed to A. Giroux, France, Circa 1860

Pair of Cloisonné Vases Attributed to A. Giroux, France, Circa 1860

By Alphonse Giroux et Cie

Located in PARIS, FR

The mount in patinated and gilded bronze is composed of an openwork frieze on the neck, side grips with Fô dog heads forming the handles, the whole resting on four feet in the shape ...

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1860s French Antique Elephants

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Two Antique Carved Wooden Scroll Moulds Ex. Tucker Collection
Two Antique Carved Wooden Scroll Moulds Ex. Tucker Collection

Two Antique Carved Wooden Scroll Moulds Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolve...

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Early 19th Century English Victorian Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Boxwood, Fruitwood

Fine Japanese Ceramic Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
Fine Japanese Ceramic Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

Fine Japanese Ceramic Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

Decorated the iconic style of satsuma made by Kinkozan using gold gilt on a cobalt blue background, the long-necked vase with elephant ear handles and elegantly flared body is finely...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Elephants

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Print of the Dutch visiting Arakan in Southeast Asia, 1775
Antique Print of the Dutch visiting Arakan in Southeast Asia, 1775

Antique Print of the Dutch visiting Arakan in Southeast Asia, 1775

Located in Langweer, NL

Shows VOC ships and the Dutch on shore carrying gifts, riding elephants and visiting the court or the King of Arakan.

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Late 18th Century Antique Elephants

Materials

Paper

Antique Carved Wooden Acanthus Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Antique Carved Wooden Acanthus Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Antique Carved Wooden Acanthus Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolve...

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Late 18th Century English Victorian Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Boxwood, Fruitwood

Antique Carved Wooden Palm Leaf Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Antique Carved Wooden Palm Leaf Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Antique Carved Wooden Palm Leaf Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolve...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Boxwood, Fruitwood

Antique Louis XV Style Patinated and Gilt Bronze Clock
Antique Louis XV Style Patinated and Gilt Bronze Clock

Antique Louis XV Style Patinated and Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in London, GB

This elephant stands on a gilt bronze base, the front of which is pierced and decorated with a central foliate motif.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Elephants

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Moulds Ex. Tucker Collection
Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Moulds Ex. Tucker Collection

Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Moulds Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Over his vast career, Tucker worked on a number of famous film and theatrical sets, creating prosthetics for the likes of The Phantom of the Opera, Star Wars and The Company of Wolve...

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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Boxwood, Fruitwood

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian
Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Striking dark tonality with eye-catching Colonial taste Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Ebony stocks present pleasing black hues A suite of compartments, adorne...

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Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Elephants

Materials

Ebony

Jules Vieillard Chinoiserie Mantel Clock, Faience, Regency Style
Jules Vieillard Chinoiserie Mantel Clock, Faience, Regency Style

Jules Vieillard Chinoiserie Mantel Clock, Faience, Regency Style

Located in Queens, NY

French (Mid-19th Century) Chinoiserie design faience 6-sided mantel clock with foo dog top and elephant heads on sides. (by JULES VIEILLARD, Bordeau France) (Not working)

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19th Century English Regency Antique Elephants

Materials

Metal

Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s
Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s

Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

The artfully carved horses and classic carriages were supplemented with exotic animals such as lions, tigers, giraffes, zebras and elephants. The range of vehicles included gondolas,...

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Early 20th Century German Other Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood

19th Century Indian Multicolor Temple Carving Depicting Ganesha with Consort
19th Century Indian Multicolor Temple Carving Depicting Ganesha with Consort

19th Century Indian Multicolor Temple Carving Depicting Ganesha with Consort

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in India during the 19th century, this temple carving features Ganesha the elephant, son of Shiva and Parvati. Depicted with multiple arms holding a noose in one of them, Gan...

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19th Century Indian Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood

Rare Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s
Rare Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s

Rare Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

The artfully carved horses and classic carriages were supplemented with exotic animals such as lions, tigers, giraffes, zebras and elephants. The range of vehicles included gondolas,...

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Early 20th Century German Other Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood

19th Century Indian Iron Center Table with Butterfly Design
19th Century Indian Iron Center Table with Butterfly Design

19th Century Indian Iron Center Table with Butterfly Design

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Indian style (19th Century) square black and gold decorated iron center table with filigree apron of butterfly design on elephant head legs. With shaped and ebonized top.

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19th Century Indian Antique Elephants

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Rare Antique Children Carousel Horse, Germany early 20th Century
Rare Antique Children Carousel Horse, Germany early 20th Century

Rare Antique Children Carousel Horse, Germany early 20th Century

Located in Berghuelen, DE

The artfully carved horses and classic carriages were supplemented with exotic animals such as lions, tigers, giraffes, zebras and elephants. The range of vehicles included gondolas,...

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Early 20th Century German Other Antique Elephants

Materials

Wood

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Antique Elephants For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique elephants is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique elephants — often made from metal, wood and bronze — can elevate any home. Antique elephants have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique elephants are generally popular furniture pieces, but Folk Art, Victorian and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique elephants over the years, but those made by Antoine-Louis Barye, Royal Worcester and Bing & Grøndahl are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Elephants?

Prices for antique elephants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique elephants begin at $25 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,259.