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Antique Decorative Elephant and Rider, Indian, Hand Painted, Figure, Victorian

$1,286.34
£940
€1,106.49
CA$1,765.23
A$1,976.59
CHF 1,031.29
MX$24,083.29
NOK 13,086.28
SEK 12,441.57
DKK 8,259.23
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About the Item

This is an antique decorative elephant and mahout. An Indian, hand painted wooden figure, dating to the early Victorian period, mid-19th century. A joyful, appealing elephant for lovers of all things cheerful Displays a desirable aged patina, the obvious losses not detracting from the inherent charm Hand painted wood blesses the mahout figure with a colorful visage The shock of blue to the rider's coat a fine contrast to the lighter hues Dainty, but ready to overcome this and brighten your home Aged repaired breaks to both trunk , tail and rider, mahout missing an arm, part of base loss as per images This is a super antique decorative elephant and rider, with great colors and a loveable patina that is testament to many decades of inquisitive handling and an obvious compulsion to take it in the hand and enjoy it. Delivered ready to delight all those who encounter it. Dimensions: Max width 9.5cm (3.75") Max depth 26cm (10.25") Max height 28cm (11").
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)Depth: 10.24 in (26 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Presented in good antique condition. Aged repaired breaks to both trunk , tail & rider - mahout missing an arm, part of base loss as per images.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.71331stDibs: LU2645322275642

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