Antique Elephants

Burnt red hues to the lacquered Chinese elm tabletop and legs Aged running repairs as typical of a piece from this period two-piece, folding design well suited to occasional use ...

He produced numerous small-scale models of African and Indian wildlife, including lions, tigers, jaguars, camels, and elephants, often using granite or white marble as the base for t...

The map contains several misshaped coastlines and distorted islands with a small cartouche held by an elephant in the top northwest corner. Source unknown, to be determined.

The Makara Terminals The bangle is dominated by two magnificent Makara head terminals — the mythological sea creature of Hindu cosmology, combining the trunk of an elephant with the ...

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.

The cup is mounted on foot and is composed at the base of elephant heads and above of an eagle. The silvering dates from the 20th century.

The cup is mounted on foot and is composed at the base of elephant heads and above of an eagle. The silvering dates from the 20th century.

Metal toys such as this were presented by the family of the bride, and horses, as well as elephants, were considered status symbols, as they were not seen in the Kondh area until int...

**Palmer Worm**: This term has historically been used to describe various caterpillar species that are known to cause damage to plants and crops. 7. **Elephant Beetle**: A large bee...

In the foreground are the temple implements, including more offerings, candlesticks in the form of writhing dragons, flower vases with dragons and elephant handles and filled with fa...

The cup is mounted on foot and is composed at the base of elephant heads and above of an eagle. The silvering dates from the 20th century.

The abrashed field is a visual feast, showcasing a central elephant with a majestic royal howdah, symbolizing power, wealth, and grandeur.

the cup is mounted on foot and is composed at the base of elephant heads and above of an eagle. The silvering dates from the 20th century.

At the forefront, an imposing elephant carries three men: a European hunter clad in a red jacket and two local attendants, one holding a green parasol.

The goddess holds lotus, which is a purity symbol in India. The elephants offer crowns to the goddess, while apsaras (flying deities) surmount them.

The clock is surmounted by an urn decorated with further blossom and finely modelled elephant head handles. The pair of lidded vases en-suite, are decorated in similar fashion and ce...

The map shows numerous (wild) animals (elephants, jaguars, lions, camels) and fortresses along the coast line, each bearing the flag of the country that owned it.

Each guard stands crossed legged on a plinth decorated with an elephant, both statues retaining old and yet brightly colored polychromed decoration, the statues are approximately 3/4...

Several months later, in September, when a rare elephant arrived for the King, the two animals were housed together in the palace gardens.

The base is set on four feet, the front two of which are cast as elephant heads. The clock is stamped with the maker's name, 'Japy Freres & Cie/ Med D’ Honneur' and 'HR'.

The lid depicts this great conflict having two battling elephants at center. Half of the surrounding characters are sending the opponents into retreat.

The panels on the top/lid are of elephants, tigers and birds of paradise with foliage.

Drawings done in 1916 and 1917 of elephants, snakes and antelope, as well as copies of old master paintings by Holbein and Michelangelo, heralded an impressive emerging talent.

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...

The 32 animals consist of 16 different species in pairs: Leopards, Birds, Geese, Ducks, Pigeons, Dogs, Boars, Pigs, Foxes, Donkeys, Horses Tigers, Hares, Coyote, Elephants, Chickens....

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.

The shoulders of the clock body are mounted with parcel gilt and silvered elephant heads holding ring handles. Porcelain panels decorate the front and sides of the silvered clock...

The Supreme Healer is portrayed seated in vajrasana (full lotus position) upon a throne of nine elephants, symbolizing the practice of samatha, or calming the mind (mindfulness) - sp...

This handsome antique Turkoman rug displays a classic tribal composition featuring eight well-drawn elephant-foot guls arranged in a balanced field. The rich palette of deep aubergin...

Their children. 4. Officers. 5. Elephants. 6. Triumphal wagon. 7. Guards. 8. Water feast. 9.

Exhibitions : Salon d’automne 1921 (Buffalo and Eléphant) ; Salon de la Société Nationale des Beaux-arts 1922 (Man bust and Woman bust) ; Salon des Tuileries 1932 et 1933 (Animal s...

Several animals are shown on the African continent such as an ostrich, elephant and rhinoceros. The title is enclosed in a decorative cartouche on the lower left, and a cartouche wit...

The choice of animals is also remarkable: European animals in particular are seen, hardly any exotic features, such as camels or elephants. The two lions in the right foreground are...

A ceramic vase with iridescent glaze in the shape of an elephant foot cache pot by the legendary French ceramist Pierre Clement Massier (1845-1917).

The jade is carved representing a boy riding an elephant holding a buddas hand fruit. We feel this base, lid and finial were all made and placed with the urn circa 1920 and 1925.

With 2 carved dragons sat at the crown, 2 elephant heads either side and naïve floral detail around the frame.

The map is embellished by many African land animals, including elephants, lions, monkeys, ostriches, camels, goats, a crocodile and a dragon.

These original hand colored signed in the plate engravings are printed on elephant folio paper and watermarked J. Whatman , 1924.

Many patterns and colors are used, but the traditional and most typical is that of the octagonal elephant’s foot (Bukhara) print, often with a red background.

The product of dhokra artisans are in great demand in domestic and foreign markets because of primitive simplicity, enchanting folk motifs and forceful form. Dhokra horses, elephants...

The silver holder having kept the bottles was shaped as a sculptured elephant's figurine attached to wheels being in working order (this condiment set could be moved along the table'...

A decorative title cartouche in the right upper corner includes two mythical-style male gods, two native black men, a lion, ostrich, elephant, and alligator. There is a coat-of-arms ...

In contrast, the interior of Africa—still a mystery to European mapmakers—features mythical elements such as fantastical mountain ranges and exotic fauna. Giraffes, elephants, lions,...

Drawings done in 1916 and 1917 of elephants, snakes and antelope, as well as copies of old master paintings by Holbein and Michelangelo, heralded an impressive emerging talent.

At age 35, Audubon embarked on The Birds of America, producing 435 hand-colored engravings and publishing double elephant folios (1828-1838), followed by a smaller, octavo-sized, ver...

At age 35, Audubon embarked on The Birds of America, producing 435 hand-colored engravings and publishing double elephant folios (1828-1838), followed by a smaller, octavo-sized, ver...

At age 35, Audubon embarked on The Birds of America, producing 435 hand-colored engravings and publishing double elephant folios (1828-1838), followed by a smaller, octavo-sized, ver...

Lions, Tigers, Hippo's, Elephants and a 9 foot painting of a Giraffe were some of the themes.

It is of interest, however, to note the existence of the "sister" work, which featured an elephant--another popular image, that was also enhanced beyond the usual measure, showing a ...

The stems spring from shaped bodies with waisted bases, which are decorated with colourful enamels and fitted with elephant head handles. The candelabra stand on moulded square plint...

There can be observed designs of spiralling vines, often combined with small organisms such as birds, elephants, and even people. Developed for the Mughal emperors, a popular Agra ca...

Drawings done in 1916 and 1917 of elephants, snakes and antelope, as well as copies of old master paintings by Holbein and Michelangelo, heralded an impressive emerging talent.

Drawings done in 1916 and 1917 of elephants, snakes and antelope, as well as copies of old master paintings by Holbein and Michelangelo, heralded an impressive emerging talent.

Drawings done in 1916 and 1917 of elephants, snakes and antelope, as well as copies of old master paintings by Holbein and Michelangelo, heralded an impressive emerging talent.

It features a hunting battle scene with kings, kingsmen and royalty with multiple types of animals ranging from horses, elephants, lions, birds, peacocks and leopards. This tapestry ...

He is well known for his famous elephant folio entitled Atlas Universel physique, historique et politique geographie ancienne et moderne.

Bayre's specialty was aroused, angry seeming wild game such as lions and tigers and elephants, but he also did equestrian groups and mythology figures.

Drawings done in 1916 and 1917 of elephants, snakes and antelope, as well as copies of old master paintings by Holbein and Michelangelo, heralded an impressive emerging talent.

Bound beautifully by Bayntun in full wine red Morocco leather with leather inlay of an elephant and palm tree on front cover with gilt elephants on spine panel compartments.

They travel on appropriate modes of transportation: a horse for Melchior, a camel for Caspar, and an elephant for Balthasar, slow as it might make the journey.