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Pair of Blue and Ivory Painted Ceramic Garden Elephant Seats
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of hand painted and glazed blue and ivory elephant garden seats, circa mid-20th century. The
Category

20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Collection of 24 Indonesian Keris Dagger Handles
Located in Seattle, WA
, the removable hilts of carved wood, ivory, horn and elephant molar. The keris is an asymmetrical
Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Ivory, Horn

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Ivory And The Elephant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic ivory and the elephant available at 1stDibs. An ivory and the elephant — often made from plastic, wood and metal — can elevate any home. There are 139 variations of the antique or vintage ivory and the elephant you’re looking for, while we also have 194 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer ivory and the elephant, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right ivory and the elephant, those designed in Hollywood Regency, Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made ivory and the elephant over the years, but those crafted by Slide, Marcel Wanders and Favaretto & Partners are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Ivory And The Elephant?

An ivory and the elephant can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,418, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $825,000.
Questions About Ivory And The Elephant
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    African ivory is a hard, white substance derived from the tusks and teeth of elephants, hippopotami, walruses, warthogs, sperm whales, and narwhals, as well as now-extinct mammoths and mastodons. For millennia, ivory has been a status symbol — it is a rare and alluring material, a luxury product that is derived from elephants, a highly respected animal in Africa and elsewhere.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Ivory is so precious because of its cultural value as a status symbol. A single pound of ivory can sell for $1,500 and elephant tusks can weigh around 250 pounds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An ivory miniature is a tiny portrait painted on a backing of ivory. Miniatures first started appearing in the 16th century, and carrying one is today's equivalent of keeping a loved one’s photo in your wallet. You can find a collection of vintage ivory miniatures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mammoth ivory is ivory that comes from the tusks of any species of mammoth, which is part of the extinct Mammuthus group. Most people are familiar with the woolly mammoths which went extinct 4000 years ago. On 1stDibs, find mammoth ivory from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved ivory is typically for creating art, decorative objects and furniture. Ivory is a hard material sourced from the teeth and tusks of certain animals. Most carved ivory comes from elephants. Shop as selection of carved ivory furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original elephant clock designed by Ismail al-Jazari is no longer in existence. However, a larger scale reproduction is on display at the Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a boar tusk is ivory depends on the species. The babirusa hogs from Indonesia are one species that has ivory tusks. Shop a collection of ivory decorative objects and jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, mammoth ivory is extremely valuable due to the fact that mammoths have been extinct for over 1000 years. Ivory was used for many large works of art, religious objects and decorative boxes. Shop a selection of vintage ivory items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, mammoth tusks are ivory. Other animals that feature ivory teeth and tusks include elephants, walruses, hippopotamuses and killer whales. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of ivory jewelry and decorative objects from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can often tell the age of an ivory piece by its color. Since ivory is a natural material, it acquires a patina over time. An ivory patina is usually dull yellow or brown — beware of a bright yellow patina, as this could indicate artificial aging. If your ivory piece doesn’t have a maker’s mark or date on it, take it to an expert to identify the exact era it came from. Shop a collection of vintage ivory art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What elephant jewelry symbolizes is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people believe that the elephant represents good fortune. As a result, you may choose to wear the jewelry as a symbol of luck or for personal protection. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of elephant jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can mount an elephant head. However, if you acquire one, it is best to have a professional taxidermist do the work for you to ensure that you do not damage it. You'll find a selection of taxidermy on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The elephant is a symbol of good luck and of good fortune. Bring someone good luck by gifting them an elephant bracelet. You can shop a collection of elephant bracelets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The infamous elephant clock was primarily used to tell time but was also a status symbol and representation of wealth. Its unique movement received power from running water. You can find a range of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What elephant statues represent is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Cultures around the world associate elephants with power, fertility, good fortune and wisdom. Because of the phrase "an elephant never forgets," some people link them to memory. You'll find a range of elephant statues on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Mammoth ivory is worth between $50 and $150 per pound. However, because mammoths lived about 4,000 years ago, their ivory is not necessarily easy to find and sell.