Carving

2008.005.1583

Elephant Procession Ivory Carving, Africa, 1948
Title
Elephant Procession Ivory Carving, Africa, 1948
Creation Date
1948 – 1991
Materials

Dimensions

37 in. L Item (Overall)

2.75 in. Diameter

Description
Ivory carving of an elephant procession. The carving follows the shape of the tusk so that the size of the elephants taper from the largest at the base to the smallest at the tip. The largest elephant near the base is facing some trees and has some leaves curled up in his trunk.
Geographic Notes
Africa

Contact the Scott County Historical Society for more information