Wild and jungle animal Limoges boxes are tiny hinged porcelain boxes shaped like elephants, lions, tigers, leopards, giraffes, zebras, monkeys and pandas. Each one is painted by hand in Limoges, France, down to the stripes and spots.
Fur, stripes and spots are painted stroke by stroke, so no two animals look exactly the same. Each box opens on a brass hinge and closes with a clasp, and many hide a tiny surprise inside the lid. Elephant collectors will find plenty to choose from here, since elephants are a traditional symbol of good luck and are often given with the trunk raised. These make a memorable gift after a safari or a zoo visit, for a wildlife photographer, a conservation volunteer or a child who loves a particular animal. See all animal Limoges boxes for more creatures, or read our Limoges box gift guide for ideas by person.