Hand-carved root wood multi-animal sculpture — elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo (59 × 13 × 29 cm)

Impressive hand-carved root-wood sculpture featuring a large elephant head with tusk-like inserts above a cluster of carved heads — lion, buffalo and rhino — carved from a single piece of wood. The strong vertical form and pronounced carved detail give this piece real presence for a foyer, mantel or gallery shelf. Photos and warehouse inspection show the tusk-like inserts are not real ivory (reported as synthetic/wood), and the surface carries age and handling marks that add patina.

This is a decorative, statement display piece for collectors of ethnographic-style carvings, safari-themed interiors, lodges or anyone wanting a dramatic focal point. It suits an entry, living room or themed commercial space where rustic, hand-worked character is wanted rather than museum-grade restoration. The piece is freestanding and ready to display as-is.

• Includes: single carved root-wood sculpture (one lot)
• Condition: overall reported as Good — minor scuffs, with visible surface cracks, chips and a vertical split at the centre
• Measurements: 59 × 13 × 29 cm (H × W × D)
• Working status: N/A — decorative object, not powered
• Known faults: surface cracks, vertical split through centre, chips/losses at base and edges, abrasion/tool marks, discolouration on tusk-like inserts
• Materials: carved wood; tusk inserts reported as synthetic/wood (not confirmed as real ivory)
• Other: no visible repairs, no signs of pest damage or mould