Unique Bronze Sculpture of the iconic Elsa on top of a vehicle

This is an impressive bronze lion sculpture, created by the world-renowned artist's Gillie and Marc especially for Born Free.

Elsa became world famous as the real-life inspiration for Joy Adamson’s autobiographical book Born Free (1960) and the subsequent film adaptation starring actors and Born Free Co-Founders Virginia McKenna and Bill Travers (1966), which sparked their passion for wildlife conservation.

Orphaned when only a few days old, Elsa was adopted by George and Joy Adamson, brought into their home, and cared for as she grew. Joy, who shared a special bond with Elsa, was determined that she should return to freedom in the wild, and the couple set about teaching her the essential skills that would enable her to survive on her own.

The iconic image of Elsa lying on top of a Land Rover is one of the most recognisable scenes from the film. After her eventual release into Meru National Park, Elsa successfully integrated with the wild lion population and went on to have cubs of her own.

Even though Elsa died in 1961, long before the Born Free Foundation was established, she is the inspiration for our charity and her legacy lives on through our work in Meru.

We can't wait to see a picture of Elsa and the iconic 4x4 in its new forever home, with you!

Please see below prices for first edition original sculptures, as well as T's & C's of sale.

No.21
Length: 400cm, Width: 200cm, Height: 3320m, Weight:3000Kg, Square metres: 8

The buyer is responsible for the transportation and delivery costs from Hampshire to the destination of buyer's choice. Arrangements to remove the sculpture from its current location must be completed by the end of June 2025.  For full details please contact Joanne@bornfree.org.uk 

Born Free will receive 100% of the funds bid on this item.