Lenox Fine Porcelain Elephant Sculpture
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company
Located in Warrenton, OR
Lenox Fine Porcelain Elephant Sculpture This beautiful, realistic baby elephant measures
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Animal Sculptures
Porcelain
Lenox Fine Porcelain Elephant Sculpture
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company
Located in Warrenton, OR
Lenox Fine Porcelain Elephant Sculpture This beautiful, realistic baby elephant measures
Porcelain
Vintage German Porcelain Elephant Secret Box from Arzberg, 1970s
By Arzberg
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Porcelain Elephant Secret Box from Arzberg, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970
Porcelain
$85 / set
H 2 in W 5 in D 3 in
Vintage Porcelain Elephants Salt and Pepper Shakers with Tray Collectible
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage collectible blue and white porcelain elephants salt and pepper Shakers with tray. Shakers
Porcelain
$780Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 9.5 in W 13 in D 5.5 in
Pair of White Porcelain Elephant Sculptures by Royal Dux
By Royal Dux
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of white porcelain elephant sculptures by Royal Dux of the Czech Republic, circa
Porcelain
$587
H 4.72 in W 6.69 in D 3.54 in
Postmodern Porcelain Elephant Figurine and Penny Bank by Luigi Colani, 1980s
By Luigi Colani
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Porcelain Elephant Figurine and Penny Bank by Luigi Colani for Höchst, 1980s, in Very
Porcelain
English Victorian Porcelain Elephant
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian beige and green porcelain figure of elephant with raised trunk
Pair of Chinese Lidded Porcelain Elephant Figurines
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Antique Chinese olive green elephant figurines, decorated with carved detailing and pierced
Porcelain
$95,800
H 15.5 in W 13.5 in D 6.5 in
Important Meissen Porcelain Groups of Caparisoned Elephants and Soldiers
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
An important pair of Meissen Porcelain Groups depicting "Alexander The Great Concurring India
Porcelain
$7,600
H 11.82 in W 16.54 in D 5.91 in
Theodor Madsen for Royal Copenhagen, Rare Porcelain Figurine, Colossal Elephant
Located in København, Copenhagen
Theodor Madsen for Royal Copenhagen. Rare porcelain figurine. Colossal elephant. Dated circa 1910
Porcelain
Eight Inch Lenox Porcelain Happy Elephant Sculpture
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company
Located in Warrenton, OR
Eight Inch Lenox Porcelain Happy Elephant Sculpture This hard to find Lenox porcelain elephant
Porcelain
$72,450
H 15.75 in W 12.6 in D 6.7 in
Rare pair Meissen Elephants, depicting Alexander the Great C19th.
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This exceptional matched pair of 19th-century Meissen porcelain elephants vividly capturing the
Porcelain
$26,000
H 17 in W 18 in D 7 in
19th C. Meissen Porcelain Figure of a Sultana Riding an Elephant with a Crown
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
An Elaborate 19th century Meissen Porcelain Figure of a Sultana Riding an Elephant. After the model
Porcelain
Lladró “Walking Elephants” Porcelain Sculpture
By Lladro
Located in Norwood, NJ
An elegant Lladró porcelain sculpture depicting a family of elephants in motion, masterfully
Porcelain
White Porcelain Cubist Elephant Figurine
Located in Ferndale, MI
White porcelain cubist petite elephant figurine with trunk up Measures: 5.13" x 2.75" x 1.5".
Porcelain
Japanese Porcelain Boy with Elephant Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A delightful Japanese attributed porcelain figure of a resting elephant with a young boy dating
Porcelain
Japanese Porcelain Satsuma Style Elephant Figures
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Japanese porcelain Satsuma style elephant plant stand or figurine. It
Ceramic
$340Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.11 in W 9.45 in D 4.34 in
Antique Finely Crafted Elephant Porcelain Figurine Art Nouveau
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A naturalistic shaped and fine detailed elephant figurine from the Art Nouve era dating to around
Porcelain
$777
H 10.63 in W 12.6 in D 9.06 in
White porcelain figurine Elephant and baby by Artepiu ESTE, Italy 1990s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful porcelain figurine Elephants by Artepiu ESTE. Made in Italy, 1990s. ESTE stands as one of
Porcelain
Ceramic Elephant
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful ceramic elephant in a gorgeous robin's egg blue, crackled finish.
Porcelain
$229
H 5.12 in W 6.3 in D 3.55 in
Set of Two Midcentury Porcelain Money Boxes Elephant Drumbo, Luigi Colani, 1970s
By Luigi Colani
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic money box - decorative object of Dresden bank
Porcelain
Elephants Black Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture elephants black with all structure in porcelain in black matte and shiny gold finish.
Porcelain
Udaipur Green Elephant Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Udaipur green elephant in handcrafted porcelain, hand painted porcelain. With 24-karat
Gold Plate
Udaipur Red Elephant Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Udaipur red elephant in handcrafted porcelain, hand painted porcelain. With 24-karat
Gold Plate
Elephant Sculpture. Black matte
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Matte black porcelain creation inspired by an African elephant from the Origami collection. This
Porcelain
Vintage White Ceramic Elephant – Sèvres, French 1950
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in London, GB
This white ceramic elephant, produced by the renowned Sèvres Manufacture in France during the 1950s
Porcelain
$3,500 / set
H 11.75 in W 8 in D 5 in
Pair of Vintage Blanc de Chine Figures of Guanyin Riding an Elephant and Lion
Located in Austin, TX
flower, a symbol of both Buddhism and purity, and sits upon an elephant. The elephant also figures
Porcelain
Royal Dux Bohemia Porcelain Elephant
By Royal Dux Bohemia
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
A beautifully crafted and hand painted porcelain elephant by the Royal Dux Bohemia Porcelain works
Porcelain
Unavailable
H 10.63 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
White Porcelain Elephant, 19th Century, probably SAMSON, Ormolu Bronze
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
Porcelain elephant, probably SAMSON with French shear fire-gilded Bronze montage, 19th century. One
Bronze
Boehm Porcelain Elephant
Located in Stamford, CT
Boehm African elephant, circa 1980s. Vintage. #200-44. Made in England. Outstanding quality
Porcelain
Unavailable
H 15.5 in W 25 in D 8.5 in
Mid 20th Century White Porcelain Elephant Plant Stand / Garden Stool
Located in Charlotte, NC
porcelain in the shape of a traditionally garbed Asian elephant. Likely made in Asia, in the mid 20th
Paint, Porcelain
Rare Pair of Samson Kakiemon Style Elephants
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Pair of Rare Samson red mark arita style elephants
Porcelain
Royal Dux Chine de Blanc Éléphant Figurine, Bohemia 1930ies
By Royal Dux
Located in Basel, BS
elephant, originating from the prestigious Bohemian porcelain factory, Royal Dux, crafted in the late
Porcelain
Elephant Perfume Lamp, Porcelain, Germany , 1950s
Located in Retie, BE
1950s Elephant Perfume Lamp made of porcelain. A cute looking Perfume Lamp - Perfume Light in the
Porcelain
Unavailable
H 15.75 in Dm 4.73 in
Pair of Bronze elephants on porcelain columns with bronze borders - WONG LEE
Located in Brussels , BE
Pair of Bronze elephants on porcelain decorative columns with bronze borders designed by Wong Lee.
Bronze
Blanc de Chine Porcelain Kwan Yin Seated on Elephant
Located in New York, NY
Blanc de Chine Chinese Porcelain Ceramic Sculpture of Kwan Yin Seated on Elephant
Numphenberg Porcelain Elephant with a White Glaze
By Nymphenburg Porcelain
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fine porcelain elephant designed in 1931 by Josef Wackerle and manufactured by the Nymphenberg
Porcelain
Large Dresdan White Porcelain Elephant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A rare and fine white blanc de chine porcelain elephant, in the Dresdan manner, signed by the
Set Of Two Porcelain Elephants by Goebel, Germany, 20th Century
By Goebel Company
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful porcelain elephants from the 20th century made by the world famous porcelain manufacture
Porcelain
Pair of Blue and White Porcelain Elephant Obelisks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of large blue and white porcelain elephant obelisks, with elephant figures supporting floral
Elephant and Mouse by Arzberg Bavaria
Located in Los Angeles, CA
unbelievably precious porcelain elephant and mouse "boxes" signed elephant: 2.75"h x
Porcelain
Two European Blanc De Chine Porcelain Figures Of Elephants
Located in Essex, MA
One on a marble base and the other on a bronze base. Nicely detailed .Bellevue Ave, Newport RI collection.
Marble, Bronze
Sold
H 5.12 in W 6.3 in D 2.76 in
Axel Locher for Royal Copenhagen, Large and Rare Porcelain Figure, Elephant
Located in København, Copenhagen
Axel Locher for Royal Copenhagen. Large and rare porcelain figure. Elephant. Model number 1373
Porcelain
Rare Bing & Grondahl, Porcelain Figure in the Form of an Elephant
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rare Bing & Grondahl. Porcelain figure in the form of an elephant. Measures: 28 cm x 25 cm. 1st
Sold
H 12.21 in W 19.69 in D 7.88 in
Royal Copenhagen, Very Large, Rare and Impressive Elephant with Lifted Trunk
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen. Very large, rare and impressive elephant with lifted trunk. Dated 1894-1900
Porcelain
Elephant Group Porcelain Candleholder
Located in Paris, FR
Candleholder elephant group porcelain made in white porcelain and with brass details. With one
Porcelain
Porcelain Kindness Buddha on Elephant, Bodhisattva Pu Xian
Located in Somis, CA
An exquisite porcelain piece featuring the Bodhisattva Pu Xian sitting on her usual ride that is an
Porcelain
Porcelain Teapot in the Form of an Elephant
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Porcelain teapot in the form of an elephant carrying a baby elephant. Vintage elephant tea pot
Porcelain
Sold
H 9.45 in W 15.36 in D 4.73 in
Large Rosenthal Mammoth / Elephant in Hand Painted Porcelain, 1930s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large Rosenthal mammoth / elephant in hand painted porcelain, 1930s. Measures: 39 x 24 cm. In
Porcelain
Sold
H 25.25 in W 6.6 in D 5.5 in
Brass Elephant-Mounted Porcelain Obelisks Inspired by Gian Lorenzo Bernini
By Castilian Trading 1
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of porcelain and brass 25" tall obelisks inspired by Gian Lorenzo Bernini's elephant holding
Brass
Sold
H 8 in W 5 in D 3 in
Whimsical Modernist Pair Of Elephant & Giraffe in Mate satin Porcelain Finish
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical Modernist Pair Of Elephant & Giraffe in Mate satin Porcelain Finish , nice condition
Porcelain
Sold
H 14.18 in W 4.73 in D 7.88 in
Ceramic and Porcelain Sculpture with Elephant Italy Contemporary, 21st Century
By Andrea Salvatori
Located in London, GB
"TuttiTappi (Oppah!)", 2017, glazed earthenware and porcelain, measures: H 36 x 12 x 20 cm Andrea
Ceramic, Porcelain
Sold
H 24 in W 14.57 in D 7.48 in
Elephant and palanquin in a pagoda, Satsuma porcelain, Japan 19th century
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare elephant with its palanquin representing a pagoda, made in several parts. Probably designed to
Porcelain
Group of Three Nymphenburg Porcelain Blanc de Chine Elephants
Located in Essex, MA
Group of three Nymphenburg Porcelain Blanc de Chine elephants. Each with different poses.
Art Deco Blanc de Chine Elephant
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Porcelain blanc de chine elephant, Austria, Art Deco period. Chip on tip of ear and front right
Porcelain
Sold
H 11 in W 5.5 in D 13.5 in
2 Chinoiserie Polychrome Ceramic Elephant Plant Stands Garden Stools Statues
Located in Dayton, OH
shape of green Asian elephants with raised trunks, decorated with coverings in white, blue, and orange
Porcelain
Sold
H 10.63 in W 5.91 in D 12.6 in
Antique Japanese Elephant Kakiemon Style Sculpture, Edo/Meiji Period 18/19 C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
similar elephant see. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan
Porcelain
Sold
H 11.42 in W 16.93 in D 5.91 in
Huge Royal Copenhagen Elephant Figure Designed, Theodor Madsen Denmark 1923-1934
By Theodor Madsen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Huge Danish porcelain figure of an elephant model 447 designed by Theodor Madsen and manufactured
Porcelain
Sold
H 3.94 in W 3.94 in D 2.17 in
White Elephant Vase Re-edition by Gio Ponti for Richard Ginori 1980s
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milano, MI
Elephant vase in white ceramic, re-edition of the model designed by Gio Ponti for Richard Ginori
Porcelain
Gunnar Cyren White Porcelain Elephant Coin Bank for Dansk
By Dansk, Gunnar Cyren
Located in Miami, FL
White porcelain elephant coin bank designed by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk.
Porcelain
Hand Painted Porcelain Elephant Sculpture by Bing & Grondahl
By Bing & Grøndahl
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice hand painted porcelain elephant sculpture by Bing & Grondahl of Denmark, circa 1970s
Porcelain
Porcelain Elephant Calf Sculpture by Lenox
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company
Located in Warrenton, OR
Porcelain Elephant Calf Sculpture by Lenox. UPDATE: Due to agreement with 1stDibs, we'll be staying
Porcelain
Porcelain Elephant Figurine, Royal Copenhagen by Knud Kyhn
By Knud Kyhn, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain figurine of the Danish Royal Copenhagen manufactory, perfect condition. The figurine was
Porcelain
Porcelain Elephant by Peter Herold for Royal Copenhagen, 1915
By Royal Copenhagen, Peter Herold
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exquisite porcelain piece designed by renowned sculptor Peter Herold in 1915, during his
Porcelain
Pair of Antique French Samson Paris Porcelain Kakiemon Elephants
By Edmé Samson
Located in Wilton, CT
Pair of antique Samson porcelain elephant potpourri container garniture figures in Japanese
Porcelain
Meissen Porcelain Figure of Elephant
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A meticulously handcrafted and hand-painted Meissen porcelain figure of an elephant. Crafted with
Porcelain
Sold
H 5.5 in W 12.25 in D 3 in
Fine Hand-Painted Meissen Porcelain Model of an Indian Elephant with a Saddle
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A fine 19th century Realistically hand-carved German Meissen Porcelain model of an elephant with a
Porcelain
Herend Porcelain Hand Painted Elephant Trinket Box
By Herend
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Herend porcelain hand painted elephant trinket box. The elephant background is white with
Porcelain
Royal Doulton Red Flambe Porcelain Figurine "ELEPHANT"
By Royal Doulton
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
red finish that became known as Flambe. When these Sung Dynasty (AD 960 to 1279) porcelain pieces
Porcelain
Bing & Grondhal Danish Glazed Porcelain Seated Elephant Figure
By Bing & Grøndahl
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine Danish porcelain figure of a seated elephant by Bing & Grondahl dating from circa 1983. The
Porcelain
Vintage Porcelain Teapot in the Form of an Elephant
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Victorian style porcelain teapot in the form of an elephant carrying a baby elephant
Porcelain
Sold
H 5.52 in W 5.52 in D 2.37 in
Elephants Porcelain Stonewar Stylized Italian Production Studiolinea, 1970
By Studiolinea
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Elephants porcelain stonewar stylized Italian production Studiolinea 1970 Black and White
Stoneware
Blue and White Ceramic Elephant Garden Stool Good Luck Trunk Up
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful blue and white ceramic elephant garden stool. This piece features an elephant shown with
Ceramic, Porcelain
Beautifully decorated German Porcelain Elephant
Located in Hudson, NY
German porcelain elephant, beautifully decorated.
Porcelain
Herend Porcelain Elephant
By Herend
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Herend small porcelain elephant, blue and white with gold. Standing, figurine.
Black Bisque Porcelain Elephant
Located in New Preston, CT
A very realistic porcelain elephant with wonderful detailing in black bisque.
Pair of Seated Porcelain Elephants, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A finely modelled pair of white porcelain elephants seated,with trunk raised in salutation, the
A Pair Of Porcelain Elephants
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of finely modelled white porcelain elephants each standing with left foot forward
Porcelain
Guido Cacciapuoti, Large Red Porcelain Elephant with Calf
By Guido Cacciapuoti
Located in Wingene, BE
Large red porcelain elephant made by Guido Cacciapuoti, signed on belly. One of tusks has been
Porcelain, Terracotta
A Large Pair of Porcelain Elephants
Located in London, GB
The large white pair are from the Nymphenburg porcelain studio near Munich. They date from the
Porcelain
Pair of Large White Porcelain Elephants
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of finely modelled white porcelain elephants each standing with left foot forward
Porcelain
Pair of Large White Porcelain Elephants
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of finely modelled white porcelain elephants each standing with left foot forward
Porcelain
French porcelain elephant candlestick previously wired as a lamp
Located in Vancouver, BC
A very unusual and decorative late 19thC early 20thC French porcelain elephant wonderfully painted
Ormolu
A Large Pair of Grey Porcelain Elephants
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of finely modelled grey porcelain elephants each standing with left foot forward
Porcelain
$219Sale Price|49% Off
H 1.97 in W 4.73 in D 1.19 in
"Standing peacock" Antique silver plated, Decorative animal object , home decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Silver-Plated Standing Peacock Figurine, Vintage Decorative Sculpture Majestic and refined, this silver-plated standing peacock figurine embodies grace and sophistication. The elonga...
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
Vintage Beautiful Glass Paperweight Made Around 1960
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Beautiful Glass Paperweight Made Around 1960 Additional information: Dimensions: 6 W x 6 D x 5 H cm Period of Time: 1960 Condition: Good
Glass
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.
Glass
Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
By Blake Tovin, Matt Richmond
Located in Nyack, NY
As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favorite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate is the perfect ...
Brass
$595
H 1.5 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
Colmont Ft Paris Mother of Pearl French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, 1890s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning set of opera or theatre glasses in original leather case. By Colmont FT Paris France, Circa 1890s Gorgeous Mother-of-pearl and abalone inset on brass cylindrical body w...
Brass
Vintage Villeroy & Boch Clear Glass Panda Bear Paperweight
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage Villeroy & Boch paperweight features a delightful sitting panda bear design. The clear glass material is cut-to-clear and gives the paperweight a charming cuddly appeara...
Art Glass
Noguchi Style Sculptural Hard Wood Studio Candleholders, 1960s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of sculptural candleholders. Done in an organic style, seemingly identical, with subtle but noticeable differences that can only be achieved by a master sculptor. Tallest is 1...
Wood
$369Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 1.58 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Pebble Black Marble Meditative Cushion by On.Entropy Ideal as a Desk Accessory
By on entropy
Located in Athens, GR
Pebble press papier, designed with softness in mind. Hand-sculpted from a single block of marble, it challenges expectations of the material, transforming what is rigid and heavy int...
Marble
$4,858
H 47.25 in Dm 31.5 in
Stunning Chandelier Mazzega Murano, Italy, 85 Caramel Lattimo Glass Petals
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Handblown glass chandelier, composed of 85 curved, caramel lattimo glass pieces, which are arranged on 7 tiers, suspended from a nickel metal structure. Period:late xx century Dime...
Metal
$1,920Sale Price / set|32% Off
H 0.79 in W 15.16 in D 12.01 in
Limoges Bernardaud 62 Pieces Fine Faience Dinner Service
By Bernardaud
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Exquisite fine cream faience tableware set adorned with scattered roses and gold trim. The set consists of 62 pieces and would be ideal for casual dining, or would make an eyecatchin...
Faience, Paint
Italian Vintage Murano Glass Chandelier, 38 Transparent Glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Beautiful and huge Italian Murano chandelier composed of 38 splendid transparent and amethyst glasses that give a very elegant look. The glasses of this chandelier are real works of ...
Blown Glass
Japan, The Cookbook
Located in New York, NY
The definitive, home cooking recipe collection from one of the most respected and beloved culinary cultures Japan: The Cookbook has more than 400 sumptuous recipes by acclaimed fo...
Paper
Sold|$360 / set
H 1.19 in Dm 9.85 in
Meissen, Germany. A set of three Blue Onion Pattern dinner plates in porcelain.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Meissen, Germany. A set of three Blue Onion Pattern dinner plates in porcelain. Hand-painted. First half of the 20th century. Marked. Perfect condition. One plate in first factory qu...
Porcelain
Fenton Royal Blue Hobnail Orb, Ball-Shaped Ashtray / Bowl / Vessel
By Fenton Art Glass Company 1
Located in Warrenton, OR
Fenton Royal Blue Hobnail Orb, Ball-Shaped Ashtray / Bowl / Vessel This amazing, hard to find cobalt blue hobnail piece, originally designed to be an ashtray, is actually a versatil...
Glass, Art Glass
$1,506Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 45.28 in Dm 22.84 in
Gorgeous Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 36 etched glass tube
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 36 large etched glass tubes in a star shape. Period:late XX century D...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Where Architects Sleep, The Most Stylish Hotels in the World
Located in New York, NY
In the tradition of the bestselling Where Chefs Eat: the definitive global hotel guide by the real experts who know - architects No one appreciates a building quite like an architect...
Paper
Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.
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