Categories: wood
antique hand-carved wood elephant figurine – early 20th century
£ 20.00
On offer is a rare and beautiful antique carved wood elephant figurine, dating to the first half of the 20th century, made from solid hand-carved hardwood and showcasing a graceful, stylized elephant form. Whether you’re a collector or a lover of meaningful décor, this piece offers a tactile link to the past — and a timeless presence in any interior.
Crafted with care and rich in visual character, this wooden elephant sculpture serves equally as a display piece, a conversation starter, or a lasting heirloom.
KEY FEATURES
✅ Genuine hand-carved hardwood – early 20th-century folk art craftsmanship
✅ Detailed elephant motif with inset eyes and small carved tusks
✅ Likely of South or Southeast Asian origin (India, Burma, or Thailand)
✅ Condition: Good vintage condition with light wear, age-related surface marks, and natural patina consistent with age
✅ Unsigned, one-of-a-kind artisan piece
✅ Includes accurate measurement: Height 7 inches
✅ Rare early example — not commonly found in this scale and condition
STYLING TIP
This piece works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or vintage-modern homes. Style it on a bookshelf, cabinet, or mantel for a curated, collected look that adds warmth and worldliness.
PERFECT FOR:
✔️ Lovers of soulful, meaningful decor
✔️ Collectors of antique wooden sculptures and folk art
✔️ Thoughtful, lasting gift for a history or wildlife enthusiast
✔️ Display use in libraries, galleries, or period interiors
PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES:
Carved in dense hardwood typical of early 20th-century South and Southeast Asian artisan traditions, this elephant reflects the symbolic reverence of elephants as emblems of strength, wisdom, and good fortune. Comparable examples have been associated with Indian and Burmese workshop production during the colonial and interwar periods, where small-scale hand-carving was a thriving cottage industry.
MEASUREMENTS:
• Height: 7 inches
• Width: (approx.) 8 inches
• Depth: (approx.) 3 inches
SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
We ship worldwide using tracked, insured services. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location — no surprises. All items are securely packed with care and experience.
USA buyers must now pay all customs duty at checkout, not upon delivery or entry.
WHY IT MATTERS:
This is more than an object — it’s a piece of lived history, captured in material and form. Rare to find in this condition, and seldom offered with such clarity and honesty. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and story.
stock code 111025
1 in stock
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