Tall Wooden Giraffe

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In African-inspired and Bohemian home interior styles, tall wooden giraffes are commonly used to accentuate a warm and welcoming, yet exotic environment. Their elevation alone credits them as a phenomenal focal décor piece. You can also pair these tall and graceful slender-necked giraffe statues with a soft textured fur rug or an animal-printed ottoman. Either way, our professional interior designers have found a thrilling array of wooden giraffes for your captivating living room.

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6ft Wooden Giraffe with Black Base

A tall wooden giraffe statue that plays the role of attractive decoration. Its solid wooden construction is resistant to wear and damage. Small rectangular base provides stability and support on the best level.

Hand-Crafted 40-inch Tall Zebra Statue

Abesia Wooden Giraffe with Various Carvings

Anyone who loves exotic African climates will be delighted with this phenomenal giraffe figure. Beautiful workmanship, long and slim design and nice color scheme create a sensational whole that works well in any decor.

Floor Standing Wooden Giraffe

South African Wooden Giraffe – 110cm tall

6 foot tall Wooden Giraffe with Red Body

Designed to impress with its size and wonderful detailed crafting, this tall wooden giraffe will be an eye-catching accent in any decor. Enchanting both younger and older family members, can quickly become a real symbol of your house.

4ft Wooden Giraffe with Calico Color

Giraffe chainsaw carving 6 ft tall

A lovely sculpted decoration for indoors, that will drown your home in African wildlife accents. The 6' tall giraffe is hand-carved from sturdy hardwood, beautifully hand-painted, and well-balanced to always stand in the proper position.

Playful Giraffe Wood Sculpture

Tall Albesia Wood Giraffe Statue

Colorful Wooden Giraffe Statue

Wooden Giraffe with Metallic Spots

What about having a giraffe in your garden? Don't worry, it's not illegal as long as we are talking about a wooden one. Detailedly crafted, this real-sized giraffe will be a fabulous accent, enchanting both the kids and adults.

Does not it look alive? But she eats less, so is better that the real one. A long wooden giraffe will decorate your garden. Many will think it is true. Tall giraffe statue is all made of wood, has 150 cm and is very durable.

Hand-Crafted 36-inch Wooden Giraffe Statue

Hand-carved Jacaranda Wood Giraffe Sculpture

A beautiful fair-trade hand-carved giraffe. #homedecor #homedecoration

Wooden Giraffe Statue with White Beading

Handcrafted Wooden Giraffe Sculpture

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Mia is a freelance bathroom designer and writer with over a decade of experience helping people rethink how their bathrooms work and feel. Drawing on expertise in space planning, cabinetry, storage, tile layouts, and fixture selection, she designs rooms where every inch earns its keep. Her guidance helps readers turn technically complex bath projects into calm, efficient spaces that are comfortable to live in and easy to maintain.

Fancy a piece of the African bush at home? A tall wooden Giraffe is one way to get it done and quite a popular one at that. There’s nothing more eye catching than a tall replica giraffe peeping out of the trees in your garden. Why it can even make for a great centerpiece indoors if you have a safari inspired décor (or not).

If you were forced to leave your memoir wooden giraffe at the airport, after the South African airline refused to allow it to be carried into the cabin, then there’s no need to fuss. You can get one right here at home. Here’s a guide to help you with the details.

Where are you going to place the wooden giraffe?

The first and most important thing is to find a permanent place for the Giraffe. Will it be fortunate enough to share your living room with you? Or will it have to make do with the Alder trees outdoor? The intended place will determine the size and the material of the giraffe.

How tall are wooden replica giraffes?

Wooden Giraffes can range from a few inches to up to 16 feet in length. Replicas sold in Airport souvenir shops in Africa are typically 8 feet in length. Measure the room or the spot outdoor where you intend to place the giraffe.

For indoor use, always double check the space. Many a time, people make the mistake of ‘assuming’ that it will be a great fit for the room. And then realize, that it’s a lot bigger than it appeared to be. Don’t leave it to guesswork.

What kind of wood should you choose?

If it’s for the outdoors, you need tough, waterproof wood that can withstand the elements. Acasia, Cedar, Cypress and Douglas fir are some of the good local varieties.

A lot of the wooden giraffe statues are handcrafted by indigenous tribes and artisans and are imported from countries like Namibia, Congo, Zimbabwe and Peru.

So, don’t be alarmed if you find Albizia, Ironwood or Ebony. These are equally durable hardwood varieties and once sealed, will last for years without rotting or warping.

If it’s indoors, you can pick just about any type of wood.

What are the most attractive finishes for wooden giraffe replicas?

Wooden giraffe statues can be hand painted and have incredibly detailed, life-like features. However, contemporary designs are also quite popular. These can have colored mosaics or motifs and make for great focal points in a living room.

One of the most attractive finishes that we have come across, features a hand painted finish with the spots created with a blow torch. Unlike paint, the blow torch marks are permanent and amplify the natural grains of the wood.

Does a tall wooden giraffe need a pedestal?

Due to the height of these statues, they can be knocked over pretty easily, especially if you have rambunctious kids at home. The last thing you need is an 8-feet hardwood statue crashing into your LED TV.

A pedestal gives it the much needed balance and prevents it from tipping over at the slightest jolt or bump. Having said that, it’s not uncommon to come across statues without a pedestal that is perfectly balanced and stays rock solid even on bumpy outdoor turf.