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A collection of elephant figurines in a diverse array of materials, styles, and sizes, displayed across two wooden shelves. The group features figurines constructed from glazed porcelain, matte-finished bisque, and earthenware, alongside textured pieces in cast resin or crushed stone composites. At least two pieces appear to be carved from a dark grey soapstone or similar mineral, one featuring large translucent tusks. The collection includes a significant decorative elephant head wall plaque or bust with circular patterns on the ears and white tusks. Various whimsical and anthropomorphic characters are present, including a pair of elephants holding a heart inscribed ‘Friends’ and another figure holding a bouquet of flowers with a tag reading ‘For You’. A small sitting elephant displays a square orange adhesive label on its ear, and one figurine is mounted on a clear glass or acrylic base. The collection contains no visible maker’s marks or signatures. This lot comprises the elephant figurines only; the wooden shelving shown in the images is not included.
Condition report:
The collection generally appears to be in good display condition with a light accumulation of surface dust throughout. The large stylized elephant head shows minor surface wear and small areas of paint loss on the tusks (photo 2). One of the stone-effect elephants with translucent tusks shows visible adhesive residue at the join of one tusk (photo 3). No major structural breaks, large chips, or professional repairs are visible across the collection from the overview photographs.
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