A Pair Of Large Elephant Bookends.
A Pair Of Large Elephant Bookends.
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Wooden Asian Elephant Bookends.
This is a very large pair of carved bookends depicting stylized Asian elephants. Beautifully shaped and hand-carved from teak wood, each bookend represents the front half of an elephant, as these are hand carved they are therefore not completely identical. The elephants are solid and substantial, with rounded bodies, thick legs, and gently simplified forms that emphasize strength and presence.
Both elephants feature trunks that are curled and raised, a powerful and widely recognized symbol of good luck, prosperity, success, and the showering of blessings. This posture is commonly associated with Feng Shui and Vastu Shastra, where it is believed to attract positive energy and good fortune into a home or office.
Carved from richly toned teak, the bookends display a warm brown colour with visible natural grain, highlighting the durability and beauty of the wood. Subtle carved details-such as the ears, eyes, and decorative harness-like elements around the head-add character without excessive ornamentation. Each elephant half is mounted on a rectangular teak base, providing stability and a balanced, functional form.
Overall, these bookends combine sculptural appeal with practical use, offering a distinctive decorative accent with cultural symbolism, well suited to interiors featuring natural materials, vintage, or mid-century influences.
Dimensions:
Teak
Good sound condition. One trunk has been re-glued, therefore it is best not to carry the elephants by their trunks.
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