Items Similar to Massive Vintage Cotton Elephant Covered in Indian Textiles
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 13
Massive Vintage Cotton Elephant Covered in Indian Textiles
$2,800
£2,132.14
€2,455.10
CA$3,967.85
A$4,267.99
CHF 2,280.94
MX$50,307.40
NOK 28,757.26
SEK 26,289.59
DKK 18,343.77
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
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
Established in 1987
1stDibs seller since 2013
451 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Houston, TX
- Return Policy
More From This Seller
View AllVintage Cotton Elephant Covered in Indian Textiles
By Harrods
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage cotton elephant, covered in Indian textiles, retailed in the 1950s by Harrods. Interior frame composed of wire and straw. Textiles originally s...
Category
Vintage 1950s English Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wire
Large Custom Cushion from Vintage African Kuba Cloth
Located in Houston, TX
Large custom cushion from vintage African Kuba cloth. Hand-dyed and handwoven raphia palm with cut pile to resemble velvet. Backed by brown velvet. Includes zip fastener and feather ...
Category
2010s American Pillows and Throws
Materials
Metal
Antique Papier Mâché Cow Head
Located in Houston, TX
Antique papier mâché cow head dating to early 20th century, France.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wire
Cushion from Antique Japanese Hand-Spun Cotton Fabric
Located in Houston, TX
Cushion from antique Japanese hand-spun cotton fabric (Length of Tsutsugaki-dyed cotton with repeated motifs from early 20th century). Two cushions availab...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
Swedish Woven Fruit Basket
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish woven fruit basket: this charming woven construction basket closes with flap secured by leather strap.
Note: Regional differences in humidi...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Baskets
Materials
Birch, Paint
Swedish Woven Fruit Basket
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish woven fruit basket with traces of old paint. This charming basket's flap secures with leather strap and buckle.
Note: Regional differences ...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Baskets
Materials
Birch, Paint
You May Also Like
Vintage Raj Hand-Crafted Stuffed Cotton Embroidered Elephant, India, 1950
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Raj Hand-Crafted Stuffed Cotton Embroidered Elephant, India, 1950.
Anglo Raj vintage hand-crafted stuffed cotton embroidered elephant, India, 1950.
Handmade in Rajasthan, India, colorful fabric elephant toy.
Vintage small elephant stuffed cotton embroidered and decorated with small mirrors, great collector piece.
Anglo Raj, small stuffed elephant...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Toys and Dolls
Materials
Fabric
Animal Folk Art Vintage Patchwork Fabric Embroidery Elephant Head c 1980s India
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal Vintage Folk Art hand made fabric embroidery wall mounted elephant head from vintage sari fabric, circa 1980s India.
An amazing vintage patchwork elephant head like a trophy f...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Fabric
Antique Papier Mâché Elephant from India from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Papier mâché
Material: wood
54,5 cm high
22 cm wide and 56,2 deep
Weight: 6.792 kgs
Originating from India
19th Century.
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Solid Wood Carved Elephant - India, Early 1900s
Located in Madrid, ES
We present to you a large solid wood carved elephant from India dating from the early 1900s. This exceptional piece is made from a dense, dark wood similar to ebony and is adorned with ivory marquetry inlay work. This masterpiece reflects the finesse and complexity of Indian craftsmanship of the time.
Key Features:
Quality Solid Wood: Carved from a dense, noble wood similar to ebony, this elephant has a natural beauty and remarkable durability. The dark wood provides a striking contrast to the delicate ivory inlays.
Intricate Ivory Marquetry: The marquetry work, of great precision, is a testament to Indian craftsmanship. Each piece of ivory is meticulously inlaid into the wood, forming intricate patterns that emphasize the majesty of the elephant.
Condition: Despite its age, this sculpture is in good condition. It has stood the test of time while retaining its charm and structural integrity.
Specifications:
Materials: Solid wood (similar to ebony) and ivory inlays
Era: Early 20th century (1900s)
Dimensions: 60 cm high x 46 cm wide x 30 cm deep
A Masterpiece of Indian Craftsmanship:
This large solid wood elephant...
Category
Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
Zabihi Collection Indian Elephant Embroidery Tapestry Textile
Located in New York, NY
Hand-embroidered Indian Large Patchwork Elephant Textile Confabulated Tapestry from the 2nd quarter of the 20th Century made from old 19th-century textile fragments
Measures: 6'10" ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Hollywood Regency Tapestries
Materials
Cotton, Beads
Large 19th Century Anglo-Indian Carved Wood Elephant
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century monumental carved wooden elephant.
Intricately carved (down to the hairs on his legs) out of one enormous piece of wood. This elephant is a rare and one-of-a-kind find....
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
More Ways To Browse
Brass Bell
Asian Elephants
Vintage Indian Glasses
Vintage Glass Straws
Indian Mirrors
Mirror Tassel
Indian Art Elephants
Vintage Indian Mirror Mirrors
Liberty And Co Mirror
Liberty Elephant
Elephant Mirror
Antique Chinese Embroidery
Asian Women
Silk Bed Cover
Moroccan Caftans
Embroidered Wall Hangings
Vintage Asian Decor
Suzani Bed Cover













