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French Majolica Elephant

$15,500
£11,804.93
€13,606.91
CA$21,684.40
A$24,371.83
CHF 12,692.20
MX$296,421.69
NOK 162,412.30
SEK 154,014.73
DKK 101,553.01
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About the Item

From Normandy, rare extra-large Bavent French Majolica elephant. White glaze finish, two-tone brown woven blanket and ceremonial basket. This charming elephant is sculpted to suggest movement as he strolls with his trunk gracefully curved under.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AMMJL62091stDibs: U080229843811

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