oriental elephant statue

15.-

20.05.2026

8800, Thalwil

Ornamental elephant statuette featuring a sculpted body in resin or ceramic, finished with hand-painted detailing. These pieces are usually designed for interior decoration rather than functional use, and often draw on stylized interpretations of elephants found in South Asian, African, or general exotic-inspired décor traditions.
The surface is typically finished with painted patterns, gloss or semi-matte glaze effects, and sometimes metallic accents or ethnic-style motifs. Hand-painting variations make each piece slightly unique, especially in older or artisan-made examples.
Elephants are commonly used symbolically in décor, representing strength, luck, wisdom, and protection, which contributes to their popularity as ornamental objects.