This
is a good size ivory bridge. Measurements include an outside curve of 17 inches
with a 15.5 straight line. Carved from quality Asian Elephant tusk, the ivory
bridge depicts a family of seven elephants (symbol of prosperity and universal
peace) with protruding tusks carved through swirling trunks. From the largest
leading elephant to the baby which is last in line, the bulk and presence of these
seven elephants are acutely captured.
The
ivory bridge is finely polished with a even shine in an aged, original, light-cream
patina. Though easily removable, the carving has been tightly secured to a custom
made wood base. Perhaps for this reason, we observe no chip or hairline other
than a small natural crack line of the tusk, which was carefully hidden on the
reverse side by the carver.