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Ebony Wood Hand Carved Anglo Indian Elephant Sculpture
Price:$600
$650List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Anglo-Indian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. some bone missing on toenails The tusks are in good condition, there are some missing pieces on the toenails. one crack on the head see pictures.
- Seller Location:Moreno Valley, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: E11201stDibs: LU906821566532
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The downward trunk elephant is believed to maintain balance at work and keep good energy levels up at home.
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