This lifelike carved wooden elephant is approximately 30 centimeters in length and the Rhinoceros is approximately 40 centimeters in length.  Both are Iron Wood carvings that have been crafted with a wrinkled and smooth skin effect to give them a realistic look. The artist and African region for this carving is not precisely known, but it likely comes from Zimbabwe where some of the best artists in the world use their skills with perfection.  One can't help but admire the detail and skill that is displayed in this sculpture.