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Art Deco Ebony Elephant Family of 3

$892.62per set
£664.37per set
€745per set
CA$1,222.66per set
A$1,359.87per set
CHF 710.08per set
MX$16,548.14per set
NOK 9,068.81per set
SEK 8,504.94per set
DKK 5,671.42per set
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About the Item

Smallest elephant: height: 13 cm, width 13 cm and depth; 7 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.49 in (19 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, all tusks and toenails made of bone are in good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Waddinxveen, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6061240720242

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