They are equally appreciated by men, women and children and for those who have grown up with an Omersa animal, they have become a very special part of childhood and a highly coveted family heirloom! • Cost of delivery is calculated based on delivery country, weight of product and size of packing box Dimitri Omersa was born in Yugoslavia. Today the animals are made from cowhide, specifically tanned for our purposes and are highly tactile! The elephant was a great surprise and my wife really loves the Elephant. Omersa leather animal footstools and desk accessories are world famous. Select your country to see the available shipping costs for this animal. We can replace damaged or missing parts with either Omersa factory replacements, or ALS fabricated parts based on your animal's design, ⦠Their animals have been exported to the USA since the 1960âs where they continue to have a significant following. $124.39 shipping. We are sorry for the delay and Thank You for your wonderful support. Large Leather Elephant Stool by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie, 1960s. Product features specific to this piece are: If you have any queries, please don't hesitate to contact us. This leather elephant, with the trunk facing down, can be used as a footstool or side seat. Ended: 23 Nov, 2020 20:53:49 GMT. Designed by Dimitri Omersa in the late fifties, early sixties from a range of different designs/animals. Fun and whimsical is this large leather elephant designed by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch. Vintage leather Elephant Omersa Liberty & Co style animal: Condition:--not specified. My pig arrived today and I am absolutely thrilled with it, thanks very much, Just to say our Omersa Hippo arrived yesterday and we are delighted. FREE Shipping on orders over $25 shipped by Amazon. Dimitri Omersa Liberty Style Elephant. Located in Barcelona, ES. It all started in 1927 when leather craftsman Dimitri Omersa began making his unique animals using leftover leather from his work in the luggage ⦠⦠Our leather is “unfinished” and is left to develop natural scuff marks reflecting the wear and tear of life. Get the best deals on Vintage Leather Elephant when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. or Best Offer. DO NOT USE any spray or liquid polish as these will damage the colour, Keep your animal dry and away from water. Bid now on Invaluable: LEATHER ELEPHANT BY OMERSA CO. from Thomaston Place Auction Galleries on Invalid date EST. I just wanted to thank you again for shipping the rhino out early, it arrived two day before Christmas! The larger sizes (described as large, medium and standard in size order) can be used as a footstool whilst the smaller pieces (described as small and miniature) are more suitable for decoration. From shop Building154. It is NOT built to furniture standards and the internal frame will only stand a certain amount of rough play! Located in Barcelona, ES. As well as having a practical use as a footstool, our animals are often used with great effect as a statement piece to decorate a home,office or hotel. These leather animals first started to be produced in the 1920's and after 90 years, they are still made in Lincolnshire, England by Omersa, to the same high standards. Create Account Login 0. Vintage Hand Crafted Leather Elephant Ottoman by Omersa Co. (Lincolnshire, UK), with white leather tusks and its trunk extended upward, tack eyes, 19 1/2" high, 20 1/2" x 9". He came up with the idea of a stuffed leather pig footstool which was first offered for sale through Liberty’s in 1927. Omersa created their first leather pig in 1927, and it was sold at Liberty. The above is a picture of an old âDimitri Omersaâ leather elephant, circa mid 60âs to 70âs. The tusks are made from ivory leather and the ears are edged with wire to keep them “flapping”! The ears are edged with wire (sewn internally) to provide support to the ears. A beautifull sixties Dimitri Omersa Elephant. Very cute with big flappy ears and ivory leather tusks. Created in homage to the infamous wild animal footstools by Dimitri Omersa, as sold by Abercrombie &; Fitch to the luxurious and ⦠The tusks are made of ivory leather. Get it as soon as Tue, Dec 15. 12 watching. Originally these mid-century pieces were sold exclusively by Liberty's of London, of whom still stock leather animals to this day. The tusks are made from ivory coloured leather. It's an absolutely beautiful peice that was very well received by my wife, it's found a happy home here in Canada. Vintage Black Leather Wrapped Elephant Statue - Trunk Up - Collectible. Feb 14, 2012 - View this item and discover similar for sale at 1stdibs - Leather elephant footstool designed and produced by Dimitri Omersa, U.K. Sold in the U.S. by Abercrombie & Fitch. Shop now. Circa 1960 - 1970, England. Dimitri Omersa was born in Yugoslavia. • VAT raised at 0% on orders delivered outside of the EU; local taxes/duties payable upon entry in to delivery country are for the account of the recipient. A lovely example of a much loved elephant! Hippo arrived safely today. *All prices include VAT where applicable* Lovely example of a vintage mid-century medium-sized Liberty-style fireside elephant. Superstition states he should be positioned with his trunk facing towards the door! • Delivery to Australasia, Middle/Far East, South America is by ParcelForce, Global Priority service. • Top grain “unfinished” cowhide leather which will develop natural scuff marks reflecting the wear and tear of life Available in two sizes of footstool and also available in a baby size as a decorative gift. From shop OldBeaverAntiques. Omersa and Company are known around the world for their high-quality handcrafted leather animal footstools and decorative home accessories. It seems that the first pig came about almost by accident when ‘Old Bill’, who worked making hand luggage for Liberty’s of London, wondered what could be done with the left over leather. Several cookies are required for the site to function (such as this acceptance form). The animals were stocked by Abercrombie and Fitch during the 1960s-80s. 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