Dresden Cardboard elephant
Material: embossed cardboard
Size: 9 cm high, 9 cm long
Age: around 1910
Origin: Germany, Dresden
Condition:
Good used condition with normal signs of age.
Description:
This extraordinary, very rare dresden cardboard ornament depicts an elephant. The artistic craftsmanship and authentic design make it a unique collector's item. Guaranteed antique, not a reproduction - a truly unique piece from around 1910. Perfect for a high-quality collection or as a special decorative piece.
Dresden cardboard ornaments
Dresden cardboard or Dresden cardboard is the name given to Christmas tree decorations made of fine embossed cardboard. Produced since around 1870, it had its heyday from 1880 to 1916, owing its name to the area of manufacture, the area around Dresden. The variety of shapes knew no bounds, ranging from animals, plants, houses and musical instruments to riders, carriages and steamships.
