A hand-carved figurine of an elephant, crafted from dense dark ebony wood. The elephant is depicted in a dynamic pose with its trunk raised. The piece includes contrasting inlaid tusks and toenails made of a light-coloured material, with the eyes also featuring light inlays and dark pupils. The carving includes detailed representations of skin folds and ears. This figurine is characteristic of mid-20th-century East African hand-carved export art. No maker’s marks or signatures are present.
Measurement: 7 x 11 IN
Depth: 5
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