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FIGURINE OF AN ELEPHANT

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Pavilion Hallway


About this object

Elephant is standing with his tail curled around his left hind leg. He has his trunk raised above his head with the end turned to the left. His ears are back against his body and they are carved with some details. He has tusks which point outwards as he opens his mouth and raises his trunk. The wooden base is carved like the roots of a tree.

Object name:
FIGURINE OF AN ELEPHANT
Made from:
Jade
Made in:
China
Size:
9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
62.100
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973