Whimsical Hippo
Hippo Screen
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A splendid and whimsical piece of functional decor, this screen will enliven both an indoor and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Steel
Antique European Leather Warpped Hippo Sculpture
By Liberty of London
Located in Forney, TX
. Wherever it's placed, it's sure to add whimsical elegance, rustic warmth, and charming antique character
Category
Early 20th Century European Rustic Animal Sculptures
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American Studio Ceramic Hippo Wall Plaque by Hal Fromhold
By Hal Fromhold
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
American studio whimsical ceramic hippo wall plaque by Hal Fromhold.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
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Lisa Larson Hippo Stora Zoo Ceramic Figurine Modern Sculpture Gustavsberg 1958
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A whimsical and quintessentially modern ceramic figurine sculpture depicting a friendly hippo by
Category
Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 3 in W 4.25 in D 9 in
Italian Glazed Terra Cotta Hippopotamus
Located in Houston, TX
Italian glazed terra cotta Hippopotamus. This stunning large Italian white glazed terracotta Hippo
Category
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Porky Drummer
By Bjørn Okholm Skaarup
Located in Greenwich, CT
public display throughout the island.
In 2017, Skaarup's 15 foot tall monumental sculpture, Hippo
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Materials
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Sea Lion Juggler
By Bjørn Okholm Skaarup
Located in Greenwich, CT
public display throughout the island.
In 2017, Skaarup's 15 foot tall monumental sculpture, Hippo
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Elephant Magician
By Bjørn Okholm Skaarup
Located in Greenwich, CT
public display throughout the island.
In 2017, Skaarup's 15 foot tall monumental sculpture, Hippo
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
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Crocodile Cymbalist
By Bjørn Okholm Skaarup
Located in Greenwich, CT
public display throughout the island.
In 2017, Skaarup's 15 foot tall monumental sculpture, Hippo
Category
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Les Cinglés Du Chocolat Hardcover French Edition
Located in North Hollywood, CA
chocoholics everywhere. Packed with Boynton's famous hippos, bunnies, pigs, and other animals, this gift
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Books
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Paper
Antique Print of an Elephant, Tapir and Other Animals, C.1855
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print of various animals including a tapir, pig, boar, elephant, hippo and others. Most
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
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Paper
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Located in Miami, FL
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Located in Oakland, CA
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By Zoo Line
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Whimsical Hippo For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal whimsical hippo for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, paper and lucite, every whimsical hippo was constructed with great care. Find 6 options for an antique or vintage whimsical hippo now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a whimsical hippo — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A whimsical hippo is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Hollywood Regency, mid-century modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made whimsical hippo has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Da A, Guzzini and Hal Fromhold are consistently popular.
How Much is a Whimsical Hippo?
The average selling price for a whimsical hippo at 1stDibs is $1,650, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $14,000 for the highest priced.
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