Hello, this item is an Indian brass or bronze elephant figure, likely a late 19th to mid-20th century decorative metalwork object rather than an earlier temple or courtly bronze. The elephant has an elevated curved trunk, cast and chased floral and foliate decoration across the body and trunk, broad ears, short legs, and a warm brass-gold patina with darker oxidized areas. The raised trunk form is widely associated with auspicious symbolism in Indian decorative arts, connected to prosperity, good fortune, and the broader cultural importance of the elephant in South Asian visual tradition. The object’s size, 9.5 inches long and 11.5 inches high, and its weight of 1.2 kg place it within the collectible household or ceremonial decorative category rather than a large architectural or temple furnishing.

The figure appears complete and structurally sound, with expected oxidation, surface dirt, rubbing to high points, and uneven patina consistent with age and handling. The casting quality and chased decoration are attractive, but the lack of maker’s mark, temple provenance, inscription, or documented collection history limits its placement in the specialist antique Indian metalwork market. Comparable Indian brass elephant figures of this scale and decorative quality generally sell well as decorative Asian art, with value supported by size, age, patina, and visual appeal rather than rarity. Fair Market Value: $150 - $350 USD.