Sleeve Button by Union Porcelain Works

Sleeve Button 1873 - 1876

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This tiny porcelain elephant, created by the Union Porcelain Works between 1873 and 1876, exemplifies the popular Victorian interest in animal figurines. Measuring just under an inch in height, the delicate, white piece captures the essence of an elephant in profile, its trunk reaching towards the ground. The simplicity of the design, crafted for use as a sleeve button, demonstrates the artistry that went into even the smallest objects of everyday life during this period. It is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, a testament to its historical and artistic significance.

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