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BROOCH: IVORY ELEPHANTS

Overview

Narrow ivory brooch made up of three carved elephants standing on top of one another. Fastens with a simple pin and hook. From the Lipfert home at 270 York Street, Subiaco.

Historical information

NB: See Lipfert family, 'Subiaco People' folders. Estate passed to the Cancer Foundation in 1989. The Foundation allowed the Subiaco Historical Society to select items for the Museum collection.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-1990.262
Item type
Objects
Material
Ivory
Width
15 mm
Height or length
45 mm
Keywords
COSTUME ACCESSORIES
Jewellery
LIPFERT FAMILY
Photographed 2023
Cancer Foundation Of W.A
Statement of significance

Historical. Example of costume jewellery of the period.

Last modified
Monday, 19 October, 2026
Completeness
83
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