1920s Art Deco Austrian Bronze Elephant on Figured Stone Tray

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An early 20th-century Art Deco valet tray, likely originating from the Vienna Bronze foundries of Austria.
The piece features a … Read more An early 20th-century Art Deco valet tray, likely originating from the Vienna Bronze foundries of Austria.
The piece features a realistically detailed elephant in a standing pose on the top of a stone base.

The bronze figure shows deliberate "high-point rubbing" along the ears and spine.
"This expert technique gently buffs away the dark patina to reveal the warm, golden glow of the bare bronze underneath", providing three-dimensional depth to the details of the elephant
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The elephant is securely mounted to the base via threaded posts cast directly into the feet..
The rods pass through the base and are tightened with original, hand-fitted slotted nuts recessed into the underside.
The tray itself is carved from a heavy, opaque stone with mottling similar to that of Jasper.

Dimensions:
Width: 7.5 in.
Depth: 5.5 in.
Height: 5.75 in. (including trunk)
Weight: 3.2 lbs

Period: 1920s
Styles: Art Deco, Figurative
Place of Origin: Austria
Materials: Bronze, Figured Stone (Jasper or Marble) - I am not 100% sure - but more characteristic of Jasper than Marble.

VERY GOOD Antique Pre-loved Condition.
The Elephant is a tiny bit loose on her base but sits perfectly fine. I’ve left her as-is to protect the stone.
The stone has some rough spots around the outside rim in the front, but they look completely natural to the stone, rather than later damage. See last photo.
Natural wear to the patina highlights.

Perfect as a desk accessory, jewelry catchall, or a standout Art Deco display piece.
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