Omersa Leather Elephant with Glass Eyes from Liberty's London, 1930s

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This is a large and superb quality hand made vintage leather elephant sculpture in lovely worn condition and a desirable … Read more This is a large and superb quality hand made vintage leather elephant sculpture in lovely worn condition and a desirable patina of usage, around 1920s - 1940s
Larger than most, striding elephant model dating to ca 1930
This is an early piece, all hand made with a high quality thick dark brown/black leather hide, very detailed and with glass eyes
It is a robust and sturdy piece

Superbly modelled and detailed sculpture
In a quality black leather hide with a desirable patina


Walking with trunk raised
Original faux tusks in plastic


In a very good vintage condition, Some wear commensurate with age. One ear has a tear, see photos

Robust, solid and and pleasingly sturdy, ready for the home.


The elephant symbolized not only the exotic, but also strength, fidelity, perseverance and longevity
107 cm H ( from bottom till top of trunk)
75 cm H ( from bottom till back of elephant)
125 cm long ( including the tale)
40 cm wide
Weight 18.8 kilo See less