Figurine - Vintage Elefanten - Shahi Sawaari & Kandyan Stil - Handbemalt - 1970er (14) - Wood
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This lot comprises 14 hand-painted wooden elephant figures in Shahi Sawaari and Kandyan styles, dating from the 1970s and in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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For sale is a charming lot of a total of 14 artistically designed elephant figures made of solid wood. The collectibles originate from the 1970s and are an authentic attic find from a family estate.
Note on categorization: According to my own research, the figures originate from the 1970s and can be attributed to traditional Asian handicraft. Each piece is a handmade unique item with fine ornaments, floral patterns and dot painting (Dot-Art). The set combines two classic styles:
• Shahi Sawaari style: figures with painted, magnificent saddle blankets, modeled after the royal procession elephants from India (Rajasthan).
• Kandyan / Singhalese folk art: elephants with fine dot and flower patterns, typical of traditional craftsmanship from Sri Lanka.
Two of the natural brown elephants also perch on ornate, integrated pedestals and showcase a detailed relief structure.
Condition:
The colors are exceptionally beautiful, vivid and fresh. The wood and the lacquer show only minimal, natural signs of aging. Please view the photos carefully; they depict the condition in detail and are an essential part of the description.
Details & measurements:
• Origin: Asia (India & Sri Lanka) – attic find / family estate
• Period: 1970s (vintage)
• Style: Shahi Sawaari & Kandyan folk art
• Quantity: 14 pieces (lot)
• Material: solid wood, hand-painted & lacquered
• Largest figures: approx. 7.5 cm height x 7.0 cm width
• Smallest figures: approx. 4.0 cm height x 3.5 cm width
• Total weight: approx. 1,026 grams (over 1 kg of solid wood craftsmanship)
For sale is a charming lot of a total of 14 artistically designed elephant figures made of solid wood. The collectibles originate from the 1970s and are an authentic attic find from a family estate.
Note on categorization: According to my own research, the figures originate from the 1970s and can be attributed to traditional Asian handicraft. Each piece is a handmade unique item with fine ornaments, floral patterns and dot painting (Dot-Art). The set combines two classic styles:
• Shahi Sawaari style: figures with painted, magnificent saddle blankets, modeled after the royal procession elephants from India (Rajasthan).
• Kandyan / Singhalese folk art: elephants with fine dot and flower patterns, typical of traditional craftsmanship from Sri Lanka.
Two of the natural brown elephants also perch on ornate, integrated pedestals and showcase a detailed relief structure.
Condition:
The colors are exceptionally beautiful, vivid and fresh. The wood and the lacquer show only minimal, natural signs of aging. Please view the photos carefully; they depict the condition in detail and are an essential part of the description.
Details & measurements:
• Origin: Asia (India & Sri Lanka) – attic find / family estate
• Period: 1970s (vintage)
• Style: Shahi Sawaari & Kandyan folk art
• Quantity: 14 pieces (lot)
• Material: solid wood, hand-painted & lacquered
• Largest figures: approx. 7.5 cm height x 7.0 cm width
• Smallest figures: approx. 4.0 cm height x 3.5 cm width
• Total weight: approx. 1,026 grams (over 1 kg of solid wood craftsmanship)
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1026 g
Number of objects
14
Style
Vintage
Title
Vintage Elefanten - Shahi Sawaari & Kandyan Stil - Handbemalt - 1970er
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7.5 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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