Imperial Elephant in Royal Dress Limoges Box

An imperial elephant, dressed in royal finery as if leading a grand procession, is the subject of this porcelain box. Painted by hand in Limoges, France, the Limoges box gives one of the world's most majestic animals a regal setting.

A Procession Fit for an Emperor

In parts of Asia, elephants have long been dressed in ornate cloth and jewels for festivals and royal ceremonies, a tradition that still draws crowds today. This piece captures that pageantry in porcelain. Each box is painted by hand, so the colors and trimmings vary slightly from one to the next.

Good Fortune Gifts

Elephants are widely seen as symbols of wisdom, strength and good luck, which makes this piece a fitting present for a graduation, a new business, a housewarming or a milestone birthday. It also suits an elephant collector or a traveler back from Asia. Display it in an entry hall, on a desk or among other wild animals in a curio cabinet.

Royal Menagerie Companions

• Hand-painted porcelain from Limoges, France
• Fits an elephant, royal or world travel grouping
• Pairs with tiger, camel and royal coach pieces