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Indian Elephant Table

1900 - 1920
Description

A good Indian Elephant table with bone tusks.

First class condition.

Tamil Nadu, India.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Carved Indian Elephant Table to the 1920s.

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SA1016774
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Description
A good Indian Elephant table with bone tusks.

First class condition.

Tamil Nadu, India.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Carved Indian Elephant Table to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1016774
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A dark brown carved wood occasional table featuring an octagonal top and three legs sculpted into detailed elephant heads with light tusks.
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A dark brown carved wood occasional table featuring an octagonal top and three legs sculpted into detailed elephant heads with light tusks.
Indian elephant table
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A dark brown carved wood occasional table featuring an octagonal top and three legs sculpted into detailed elephant heads with light tusks.
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An Anglo-Indian elephant table is a piece of accent furniture featuring legs intricately hand-carved in the shape of elephant heads and trunks. Popularised during the 19th and early 20th centuries, these tables were crafted by Indian artisans, combining Western furniture forms with traditional Indian relief carving.

These tables are traditionally constructed from dense native hardwoods such as teak, rosewood, or padauk, chosen for their durability and suitability for detailed carving. Decorative accents, such as the tusks or eyes, typically feature carved bone, synthetic inlay, or light-coloured contrast woods.

Authentic historical pieces display evidence of hand-carving rather than machine production, resulting in subtle asymmetrical variations across the relief patterns. Look for traditional joinery techniques, natural wood grain variation beneath historical finishes, and authentic patina or minor shrinkage along timber joins.

Position a carved elephant table as an accent piece in a living room beside an armchair, or within an entryway to create a focal point. Combine the table with minimalist modern lighting, ceramic vessels, or neutral textiles to balance the ornate, detailed wood carvings.

Dust the intricate carvings regularly using a soft brush or microfibre cloth to prevent dust accumulation in detailed recesses. Apply a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve moisture levels in the hardwood and protect the surface finish from drying out.
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