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Indian Raj Period Ebony Study of an Elephant, Circa 1890
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Indian Raj Period Ebony Study of an Elephant, Circa 1890

19th century
Description

This superb Indian 19th century Raj period study of a charging elephant is exceptional in its detail from the texture of its skin to the rippling muscular stance which shows the movement of its body whilst charging.

The elephant is further enhanced by the tusks, toes and eyes being made from bone.

Indian, circa 1890

Height 17cm x width 35cm x depth 11cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Carved Ebony Elephant Sculpture to the 1880s.

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SA1143987
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

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Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This superb Indian 19th century Raj period study of a charging elephant is exceptional in its detail from the texture of its skin to the rippling muscular stance which shows the movement of its body whilst charging.

The elephant is further enhanced by the tusks, toes and eyes being made from bone.

Indian, circa 1890

Height 17cm x width 35cm x depth 11cm

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Carved Ebony Elephant Sculpture to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143987
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails.
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Archive I A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails.

Indian Raj Period Ebony Study of an Elephant, Circa 1890

Archive II A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails.
Archive V A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View V
Archive VI A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View VI
Archive VII A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View VII
Archive VIII A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View VIII
Archive IX A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View IX
Archive X A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View X
Archive XI A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View XI
Archive XII A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View XII
Archive XIII A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View XIII
Archive XIV A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View XIV
Archive XV A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View XV
Archive XVI A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails. View XVI
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Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques
Telephone 07929 011224 or 01905 622468
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Worcestershire
United Kingdom

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A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails.
Indian Raj period ebony study of an elephant, circa 1890
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A late 19th-century hand-carved black ebony elephant sculpture shown in a striding pose with inlaid bone tusks and toenails.
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  • ObjectDecorative Sculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialEbony, Bone
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsInlaid bone tusks, Hand-carved hide texture, Striding pose
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 35 cm (14 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

This Indian Raj period decorative sculpture takes the form of a hand-carved ebony study of a charging elephant from circa 1890. The piece is rendered in a black colourway with visible hand-carved hide texture, a dynamic striding pose, inlaid bone tusks, white-tipped toenails, and white-inlaid eyes. The sculpture measures 17 cm high, 35 cm wide, and 11 cm deep. Appropriate for placement on a bookshelf in a gentleman's library or study, the sculpture adds character to interior spaces. The compact dimensions allow it to sit easily on a variety of shelves, mantelpieces, or display tables alongside books and decorative objects.

FAQs

During the British Raj era in late 19th-century India, regional artisans produced decorative ebony items depicting native wildlife for export and regional colonial interiors.

These sculptures were carved from solid ebony wood, featuring detailing such as inlaid carved bone or horn to represent tusks, eyes, and toenails.

Authentic period pieces exhibit precise hand-tool marks, natural variation in wood grain under patination, and securely fitted natural bone or horn inlays.

Place the sculpture on a structured bookshelf, side table, or mantelpiece paired with neutral tones and metallic accents to highlight the dark wood.

Dust regularly using a soft microfibre cloth and store away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity to prevent cracking in the wood and inlay.
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