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A small brass figurine of an elephant. It features textured, cross-hatched patterns on its body, large ears, and a long trunk curling downward.
Elephant
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Elephant

Maker Indian Artist
Date20th century
Place of originIndia, Asia
MediumBrass
Dimensions4 x 4 x 2 1/4 in. (10.2 x 10.2 x 5.7 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Needham
Object number1987.1.288
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Visual DescriptionA small brass figurine of an elephant. It features textured, cross-hatched patterns on its body, large ears, and a long trunk curling downward.
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