Red and Gold Elephant
26 June 2021
Description

11.5" H (to top of trunk), ~6" W (across), 9.5" Long (tusk to tail). Red glass with gold inlaid/intertwined into it. Solid white tusks and solid black eyes. In perfect condition.

Provenance

The item originally belonged to my grandfather, who died in 1966. I grew up with it in my parents' house. Now that they have died, it is in my house. The 1968 document administrating my grandfather's estate identifies it as "Red and Gold Venetian Glass Elephant" and values it at $10.00.

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 16 hours
By Delia
Jun 27, 11:19 UTC
Fair Market Value
$150 - $250 USD
Suggested Asking Price $250 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Susan,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A Vintage Murano hand-blown glass elephant
Made in Murano, Italy, mid 20th Century
In the form of a red elephant with gold flecks, black eyes and white tusks
overall height 11 1/2 inches, length 9 1/2 inches; depth approximately 6 inches
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: inherited
$150-250*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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