Royal Copenhagen elephant stoneware figurine no. 241 or 22741

Royal Copenhagen elephant stoneware figurine no. 241 or 22741 is a characterful animal figurine with a calm and compact expression. The figurine depicts a small elephant in motion with lowered head and softly modeled shapes, which give it a lively and almost thoughtful character. The dark shades and the light markings along the ears, trunk, legs, and back highlight the figurine's form in a fine and effective way.

This elephant figurine is made of stoneware and, according to the known information, was designed by John Galster for Royal Copenhagen. It is a figurine that is well suited to collectors of Danish animal figurines and classic Scandinavian design, but also to those who simply want a smaller figurine with weight, personality, and warmth in the interior. The form is simple and natural, and that is precisely what makes it easy to place on a shelf, in a bookcase, on a desk, or together with other figurines in porcelain and stoneware.

Older figurines like this have a special ability to add soul and history to the home. It is the type of decorative art and design that is created to last, and that can continue to bring joy many years after it was made. A Royal Copenhagen elephant in stoneware is therefore also an obvious choice as a gift for the collector, the design lover, or the one who is fond of animals in the language of arts and crafts.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
Designer: John Galster
Item number: 241
Old item number: 22741
Material: Stoneware