PAIR OF GILT BRONZE CLOISONNE ELEPHANTS

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Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty gilt bronze cloisonne statues in the form of two caparisoned elephant effigies, with their heads tilting to the right and left. The elephants are carrying gu beaker vases atop blanketing saddles, adorned with centered longevity symbols. The beaker vases each carry two Fangtian-ji (Song dynasty) crescent spears that have dangling tassels. A central cloud-form juts upward from in between the spears to cup a beautiful jade medallion at the top. The blanket is designed in resplendent rococo patterns that depict blooming lotus flowers which is also mirrored along the perimeter of the pedestal. The Elephant - is the last of the four Animals of Power and Energy. It represents strength, sagacity, and prudence. The statues adorned with many auspicious floral patterns with colorful semi-precious stones inlaid. The design is elegant with colors that entice the eyes. This is truly a masterful work of art.Mark on base, protruding four script -KaiShu- characters reign mark enclosed within square border, Made in years of QianLong Reign Period.Dimensions: 30-1/4" H x 14-1/4" W (each) All lots are sold as is and where is. EDEN Fine Antiques Galleries provides condition reports upon request to aide in your bidding decision. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, EDEN Fine Antiques Galleries does not give refunds based on condition. EDEN Fine Antiques Galleries does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.

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