FIGURINE OF AN ELEPHANT

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Pavilion Hallway

About this object

Elephant is standing on all four feet with his trunk raised and the tip bent forward. His tusks point outward and his ears are back against his body. His body is very active as if he is moving forwards. The wooden base is carved like the roots of a tree.

Object name:

FIGURINE OF AN ELEPHANT

Made from:

Hardstone

Made in:

China

Date made:

unknown

Size:

5.6 cm (2 3/16 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

62.101

Class:

HARDSTONE

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973