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A Chinese gilt bronze and cloisonne enamel figure of an…
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Melbourne
Date:
25-Oct-2015
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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, 58 cm high, 40 cm 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.
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Oriental: Cloisonne