Why You’ll Love It
This wonderfully imaginative artisan circus pull toy features a hand-painted clay baby elephant standing atop a petite wooden wheeled base. Finished in distressed blue with touches of aged gold, the elephant wears ornate metal trappings and carries a tiny glass globe filled with colorful miniature candy-like balls on its back. A slender metal pull handle completes the old-fashioned toy design. Handmade by an unknown artist, this unusual piece has the wonderfully fanciful character of a vintage circus prop recreated in miniature and makes a fabulous little display all on its own.
Perfect for: miniature circuses, carnival scenes, vintage toy shops, children's rooms, whimsical dollhouses, curiosity cabinets, elephant collections, and artisan miniature displays.
Details
Materials: Clay, metal, glass, wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2 ½” tall x 2 ¼” long
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan; unsigned
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note: The baby elephant pull toy with attached glass globe and metal pull handle is included only. Circus backdrop, reflective surface, and other accessories shown are for staging purposes.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
