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Abraham Palatnik Lucite Black Elephant, Brazil, c1970

$995
£758.41
€874.74
CA$1,413.20
A$1,518.63
CHF 814.83
MX$17,888.53
NOK 10,245.62
SEK 9,359.31
DKK 6,537.48

About the Item

A large black lucite elephant by Abraham Palatnik. Made in Brazil in the early1970’s with its label and signed in the item. In exceptional condition it just glows and it’s impressive size of 39cm makes it a truly knockout piece. The last photo shows a comparison of 3 elephants my shop has for sale, this being the largest example.
  • Creator:
    Abraham Palatnik (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Pymble, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 50131stDibs: LU1265226268192

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