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A PAIR OF LARGE FAMILLE ROSE CAPARISONED ELEPHANTS The imagery of an elephant carrying a vase represents the rebus taiping
JIAQING-DAOGUANG PERIOD (1796-1850) youxiang, which can be translated as 'may there be a peaceful reign'. This
Each elephant is modelled standing foursquare with its head turned to one auspicious theme can be seen not only in porcelain, but also in various media
side, wearing a saddlecloth enamelled to each side with a stylised shou- such as cloisonné enamel, metalwork, jade, and painting. A similar pair of
character above a large lotus blossom. Each saddle supports a detachable gu elephants dated to the Qianlong period was sold at Christie's London, 9 May
vase decorated with lotus blossoms amongst scrolling tendrils and lappets. 2017, lot 95.
12¡ in. (31.5 cm.) high, hongmu stands (2)

£30,000-50,000 US$37,000-62,000
€34,000-56,000 清嘉慶/道光 粉彩太平有象一對

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