A German silver novelty cream jug in the form of an elephant, circa 1900,
A German silver novelty cream jug in the form of an elephant, circa 1900,
8.3 cm high, 93 g. ; 3 1/4 in., 3oz
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Pot à lait en argent en forme d'éléphant, Allemagne, vers 1900
Haut. 8,3 cm, 93 g. ; 3¼ in., 3oz
In overall good condition, a possible restoration near the cover, French control mark on tail.
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