Solid bronze door knocker featuring an elephant head design, crafted in Indonesia during the 1970s. An artistic casting piece that combines functionality with Oriental symbolism.
Object History: Indonesian bronze craftsmanship has a long-standing tradition, particularly known for the use of lost-wax casting techniques. In Asian culture, the elephant symbolizes protection, wisdom, and good fortune, making it a recurring motif in the ornamentation of main entrances and traditional architecture.
Details and Condition:
- Period: 1970s
- Technique / Style: Bronze casting with natural dark patina
- Plate Diameter: 13.5 cm (5.31 inches)
- Weight: 610 g (1.34 lb)
- Material: Bronze
- Condition: Very good vintage condition. It displays a surface patina consistent with its age and minor signs of wear from functional use. No cracks, deformations, or structural repairs.
Use and Value: This object represents high decorative value for interior restoration projects, bespoke door design, or for collectors of ethnic bronzes and applied Oriental art.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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