Description:

A commanding presence on any shelf or mantle, this large hand-carved ebony elephant stands over 8 inches tall and dates to the Edwardian era (c. 1900–1910). Deeply carved with exceptional detail — textured hide, expressive face, and ivory-tipped tusks — this is the kind of piece that stops people in their tracks.

Sold as-is: the figure displays significant age-related cracking consistent with ebony’s natural behavior over 100+ years, along with some chipping. These are not hidden — we’ve photographed every angle honestly so you know exactly what you’re getting. Structurally, it remains a substantial, weighty piece with tremendous character.

Ebony carvings of this scale were status objects in Edwardian households, often acquired through colonial trade routes from East Africa or South Asia. Finding one of this size is increasingly rare.

Details:

• Height: 8”+ (see ruler in photos)

• Material: Carved ebony wood, ivory-tipped tusks

• Origin: Edwardian era, c. 1900–1910

• Condition: As-is — significant cracking and chipping consistent with age; see all photos