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Lot 434:
A Collection of Approximately 18-20 Elephant Figurines, including Carved Ebony Wood, and a Vintage Matchbox
Description
This lot presents a diverse collection of approximately 18-20 elephant figurines and one vintage matchbox. The collection includes examples of hand-carved ebony wood elephants, consistent with market listings for vintage and antique pieces. Other figurines exhibit a wide range of materials and styles, including glazed ceramic or resin (such as a large orange pair and several off-white figures), various carved woods (a large dark-stained piece with light tusks, a detailed lighter openwork carving), metals (a silver-toned elephant, brass/bronze pieces), and blue-and-white patterned ceramicware reminiscent of Delft style. Sizes vary from miniature to substantial, and stylistic interpretations span from traditional carved forms to more stylized representations. The accompanying vintage matchbox is marked “BRYANT & MAY’S PARAFFINERADE SÄKERHETS-TANDSTICKOR MANUFACTURED IN SWEDEN” with a bee emblem, which translates to “Bryant & May’s Paraffinized Safety Matches Manufactured in Sweden”.
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