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Lot Essay
Alphonse Servais (1876-1954) was a highly-decorated officer serving in the Belgian army during both World Wars. He was an eclectic collector with a discerning eye and impeccable taste.
The present hardstone elephant is part of Servais's impressive collection, formed in the early 1900s, which included European, African and Asian works of art.
The present hardstone elephant is part of Servais's impressive collection, formed in the early 1900s, which included European, African and Asian works of art.