Description

Height: 80cm

Width: 27cm

A striking vintage hand carved elephant table lamp, beautifully sculpted from solid hardwood and modelled with its trunk raised to support the lamp fitting above.

Richly carved with decorative detailing to the ears, trunk, and body, the piece perfectly captures the character and presence of one of Africa’s most iconic animals.

The dark-toned timber has developed a wonderful depth of colour over time, while the dramatic upward-reaching trunk creates an eye-catching silhouette whether illuminated or displayed as a decorative object.

Combining practical lighting with sculptural form, this lamp embodies the safari and colonial-inspired interiors that became popular throughout the mid to late 20th century.

An impressive statement piece for studies, libraries, country homes, safari-themed interiors, or collectors of unusual decorative lighting.