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Massive Vintage Cotton Elephant Covered in Indian Textiles

$2,800
£2,140.75
€2,465.71
CA$3,923.66
A$4,380.40
CHF 2,295.26
MX$53,620.34
NOK 29,149.84
SEK 27,484.60
DKK 18,401.85
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Massive vintage cotton elephant, covered in Indian textiles, retailed in the 1950s by Harrods. Exterior decorated in embroidered designs, tassels, tiny mirrors, beads, metallic trim and a brass bell. Interior frame composed of wire and straw. Textiles originally sourced through Liberty's of London.
  • Attributed to:
    Liberty & Co. (Retailer)Harrods (Retailer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 44 in (111.76 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950-1959
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading of color. Minor losses and fraying of textile.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9291stDibs: LU984728652542

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