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A CHINESE GILT BRONZE AND CLOISONNE ENAMEL FIGURE OF AN ELEPHANT
on a turquoise background, the elephant stands erect on four legs, on a double detachable based tray, upon his saddle, rests a detachable gourd-shaped enamelled vase, with scroll handles, 58cm high x 40cm wide
Catalogue Note: The elephant in China is a symbol of peace, and the combination of an elephant xiang and vase ping refers to 'peaceful times' taiping youxiang. During the Qing dynasty real elephants carrying vases on their backs appeared in processions celebrating the Emperor's birthday. The elephant is also one of the auspicious symbols of Buddhism, representing royalty.
Sold for $1,700
Lot 38
on a turquoise background, the elephant stands erect on four legs, on a double detachable based tray, upon his saddle, rests a detachable gourd-shaped enamelled vase, with scroll handles, 58cm high x 40cm wide
Catalogue Note: The elephant in China is a symbol of peace, and the combination of an elephant xiang and vase ping refers to 'peaceful times' taiping youxiang. During the Qing dynasty real elephants carrying vases on their backs appeared in processions celebrating the Emperor's birthday. The elephant is also one of the auspicious symbols of Buddhism, representing royalty.
Estimate $800 - $1,200
Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8080
12:00pm - 25 October 2015
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141
VIEWING
21 October 9am-8pm
22-23 October 10am-4pm
24 October 10am-5pm
CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au
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