Condition: Very Good Plus
Height: 3″ (7.5cm)
Width: 1″ (2.5cm)
Length: 2″ (5cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This charming figurine is a true piece of nostalgia, hailing from around 1960. It’s a Herend porcelain circus elephant, perched carefully atop a bright…
Condition: Very Good Plus
Height: 3″ (7.5cm)
Width: 1″ (2.5cm)
Length: 2″ (5cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This charming figurine is a true piece of nostalgia, hailing from around 1960. It’s a Herend porcelain circus elephant, perched carefully atop a bright red ball decorated with golden stars. The elephant itself is delicately painted in soft shades of gray with gentle yellow touches on the feet and trunk, capturing that classic circus spirit that brings back childhood memories. At about three inches high, two inches long, and just over an inch wide, this collectible is small enough to fit on a shelf or in a curio cabinet, but its character and history make it stand out. For something that’s over 60 years old, it’s in very good plus condition, which is quite rare for pieces like this that were often handled or displayed out in the open.
Herend is a name that resonates with quality and tradition among lovers of fine porcelain. This Hungarian manufacturer has been crafting exquisite hand-painted pieces since the early 19th century, and their animal figurines are especially prized by collectors. Each Herend item is made with exceptional attention to detail, and the circus animal line has a whimsical charm that’s hard to resist. Back in the 1960s, these figurines were cherished as gifts or souvenirs and have only grown in reputation and value over the decades. It’s not every day you come across a Herend circus elephant from this era, making it a rare little treasure for anyone who loves vintage collectibles or has a soft spot for circus nostalgia. With its age, careful handcrafting, and playful spirit, this figurine is both a conversation starter and a slice of porcelain history.
