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Ishpingo Wood Sculpture from Peru, "Grand Elephant"

Product ID: 168186

John Barrow masterfully captures the strong, regal essence of an elephant. He carves it by hand, creating a puzzle-like effect with ishpingo wood. He... more

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John Barrow masterfully captures the strong, regal essence of an elephant. He carves it by hand, creating a puzzle-like effect with ishpingo wood. He uses different colors for some of the wood segments, resulting in an original masterpiece.

  • 2.21 kgs
  • 4.9 lbs
  • 27 cm H x 37.5 cm W x 10.5 cm D
  • 10.75" H x 14.75" W x 4.1" D

  • Ishpingo wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 168186
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Raeann

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Jan 28, 2017

“Elephant”

I love it

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Rochelle

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Nov 15, 2016

“Majestic Elephant”

Mr. Barrow, this is a wonderful elephant wood sculpture. The detailing is so precise and I love the warm, rich colors. When the elephant's trunk is up that is a sign of good luck. Thank you, Sir, for your handsome carving and for working with Novica. Rochelle New Jersey

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Michael

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Jun 22, 2016

“This statuette is great.”

John Barrow's work has a great style and is very sturdy. My Wife loved it.

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EDGUBI

From Texas

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May 16, 2025

“I always love John Barrows birds!”

I have several pieces from John Barrow, including every piece Ive seen by him featuring brightly colored birds. Im always watching for when he puts out a new colorful pieces featuring birds, and this was the first Ive seen in a while. I love birds, and the mosaic sculptures he makes are a really great fit when they are colorful. They also have a really nice aromatic smell to them which I think is the wood he uses—Ive noticed that smell in Sugos work (also a woodcarver from the Andes) as well.

Purchased Item Colorful Pheasant, Colorful Wood Sculpture of a Pheasant from Peru

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Sue

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May 06, 2025

“I was looking for that something, and found it.”

I expected excellence from a self-labeled perfectionist, and I got it. Thank you!

Purchased Item Wise Owl, Peruvian Hand Carved Owl Sculpture

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Forrest

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May 05, 2025

“Looks Great”

Mom loves it!

Purchased Item Parisian Cat, Colorful Wood Cat Sculpture Crafted in Peru

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