Rocking elephant, light brown wood, Germany, 1960s.
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This mid-century wooden rocking elephant from 1960s Germany exemplifies the era’s dedication to simplicity and material honesty. Entirely crafted from solid wood in a warm, honey-toned finish with a subtle satin sheen, the design highlights gentle grain patterns that add natural texture. Its stylized, geometric silhouette—with softly rounded contours and minimalist construction—echoes typical mid-century modern children’s furniture. Key features include a carved wooden saddle, a cylindrical handlebar mounted at the head, flat geometric feet, and a braided rope tail that introduces a tactile, playful element. Both the trunk and ears, cut from the same timber, are integrated seamlessly into the form. Visible dowels and discreet screws bear testimony to hand-assembly and careful workmanship. Minor scratches and small chips on the bottom of the rocking rails are authentic traces of gentle vintage use, but the piece retains all its original parts and stands as a well-preserved example of mid-century German toy design. Condition: very good, featuring minimal signs of use and no significant damage. The gentle forms and inviting wood tones recall the optimism of German postwar modernism—an
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Height53 cm
Depth80 cm
Width39 cm
Dimension details
Width39 cm
Height53 cm
Depth80 cm
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