Hand-Carved Elephant Sculpture in Ancient Bog Oak – Luxury Wooden Wildlife Art

This one-of-a-kind elephant head sculpture is hand-carved in Ireland from authentic Irish bog oak – a rare, fossilized hardwood preserved underground for over two millennia. Each sculpture tells a story of nature, time, and skilled human touch.

The elephant, a symbol of strength, wisdom, and memory, is brought to life through detailed craftsmanship and the rich, dark character of ancient wood. Perfect for collectors, nature lovers, and those seeking meaningful, luxurious decor.

Product Details:

• Material: Ancient Irish bog oak wood

• Dimensions: 20.5 cm (H) x 8.6 cm (W) x 1.5 cm (D)

• Finish: Natural oil & beeswax polish

• Handmade in Ireland
  

• Freestanding design

Perfect as:
A luxury gift for art or nature lovers
A statement piece in a modern, rustic, or minimalist interior
A meaningful symbol of strength, memory, and heritage
A collector's item made from a material older than civilisation
🌱 Eco-friendly and sustainably sourced.

Each sculpture may have natural variations in grain and colour due to the ancient nature of bog oak wood.
Please handle with care and keep away from any water or dampness, if possible, to preserve the quality and appearance of the piece. ♡

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Bog-wood is a material from trees that have been buried in peat bogs and preserved from decay by the acidic and anaerobic bog conditions, sometimes for hundreds or even thousands of years. The wood is usually stained brown by tannins dissolved in the acidic water. Irish bog-oak usually ranges in age from 3000 to 8000 years old. The Irish climate was warmer and drier at that time in our history and when the climate changed to a wetter and damper era the roots lost their grip in the soggy soil and fell to the ground. The centuries-long process of the oak residing in the earth results in colour alteration from golden-brown to completely black. No two pieces of wood will ever be exactly the same colour.

Like no two pieces of bog oak being the same, each piece of jewellery is handcrafted to be completely bespoke, giving it a rustic finish. Designed with care, each piece is lightly brushed with linseed oil to enhance the oak’s rich colour.

"Working with ancient Irish bog oak is both a privilege and a responsibility. This rare wood, darkened and hardened by centuries beneath the earth, carries with it a silent history — shaped by time, pressure, and nature itself.

I don’t force the material. Each piece reveals its own form, its own energy. Carving is a quiet collaboration between the hand and something far older than any of us.

The elephant is a symbol of wisdom, patience, and strength — values I try to bring into every detail of my work. I hope this sculpture brings a sense of grounding and timeless beauty to your space."

— Monica, Artist & Woodcarver

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If we don’t ship to your country please don’t hesitate to contact us, we can look into shipping options for you. ♡