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Hand-Crafted Black Leather Elephant Toy, Dimitri Omersa Style, 1980s

$295
£220.78
€258.05
CA$416.86
A$420.78
CHF 241.78
MX$5,100.40
NOK 2,798.52
SEK 2,858.53
DKK 1,929.02

About the Item

Hand-sewn black leather stuffed elephant figurine toy. He will make a wonderful gift for anyone who loves elephants. In the style of Dimitri Omersa's for Abercrombie and Fitch and Liberty England. Unmarked, origin and designer unknown. Circa 1980's. Trunk down, eyes are made of leather, the tusk are made or some kind of plastic. Dimensions: 13 in. W x 8 in. H x 5.5 in.D.
  • Similar to:
    Dimitri Omersa (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Moreno Valley, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: STE9221stDibs: LU906830513532

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