Animal Tealight Holder Appraisal

Elephant Tealight Holder

This is a decorative tealight holder shaped like an elephant, primarily in a vibrant lime green color. The elephant figure is stylized and abstract, featuring rounded edges and a simplified form, indicative of a modern or contemporary design aesthetic, possibly inspired by folk art or souvenir items. It appears to be made from a ceramic or resin material, given its smooth, matte finish and the slight irregularities suggesting a hand-finished quality rather than mass-produced plastic. The body of the elephant is rendered in a bright, almost neon, lime green hue, which is consistent and appears to be enamel or painted. A prominent feature is a black band or saddle-like decoration wrapped around the elephant's 'back' area, upon which a white outline of a smaller, stylized elephant with tusks is depicted, adding a graphic element. The candle holder itself is recessed into the elephant's back, housing a white, unlit tealight candle in a silver-colored metal cup. The dimensions appear to be small, suitable for a standard tealight, suggesting it is a tabletop decorative accent. The item is in good visible condition with no apparent chips, cracks, or significant wear, though the black painted area shows some minor, subtle imperfections or slight variations in its texture, which could be part of its manufacturing or an indication of minimal use. The craftsmanship suggests it is designed as a whimsical and functional decorative piece.