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Massive Vintage Cotton Elephant Covered in Indian Textiles

About the Item

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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