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A Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Garden Stools
A Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Garden Stools

A Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Garden Stools

Located in Savannah, GA

A pair of Chinese export elephant form garden stools, early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Modeled as a Candlestick
Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Modeled as a Candlestick

Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Modeled as a Candlestick

Located in Downingtown, PA

Exotic Radiance: A 19th-Century Chinese Export Elephant Candlestick This striking Chinese Export porcelain elephant is modeled as a figural candlestick, a form highly popular for We...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Candlesticks

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Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Miniature Elephant Figurine
Chinese Export Porcelain Miniature Elephant Figurine

Chinese Export Porcelain Miniature Elephant Figurine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Chinese Export porcelain figurine. In the form of a recumbent elephant resting atop an oval shaped plinth with a flower design on either side.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Famille Verte & Blanc de Chine Elephant Joss Stick
Chinese Export Famille Verte & Blanc de Chine Elephant Joss Stick

Chinese Export Famille Verte & Blanc de Chine Elephant Joss Stick

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chinese Export Famille Verte & Blanc de Chine Elephant Joss Stick, of typical form, good size, nicely decorated.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick 1860
Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick 1860

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick 1860

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique Chinese Qing dynasty famille rose porcelain candleholder, circa 1860. This very attractive antique Chinese porcelain elephant is hand-painted in the Canton famille ro...

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Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Small Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick
Chinese Export Porcelain Small Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick

Chinese Export Porcelain Small Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick

Located in Downingtown, PA

Chinese Export Porcelain small canton famille rose elephant modeled as a candlestick, circa 1860 The standing Chinese Export porcelain elephant with its trunk up is painted in a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Candlesticks

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Porcelain

Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seat
Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seat

Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seat

Located in Chicago, IL

This vintage ceramic garden seat is sculpted in the shape of a regal elephant and glazed in high gloss shades of warm brown, golden yellow and pale blue. The elephant is adorned in b...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Rust Agate Elephant Urn
Chinese Rust Agate Elephant Urn

Chinese Rust Agate Elephant Urn

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Chinese rust agate tapered urn with carved elephant handles having rings and scroll & floral carving in relief with a finial top with filigree sides. (modern base 1¬O" high).    

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Urns

Materials

Marble, Stone

Antique Chinese Cloisonne Elephant Ginger Jar
Antique Chinese Cloisonne Elephant Ginger Jar

Antique Chinese Cloisonne Elephant Ginger Jar

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare and unusual antique Chinese ginger jar handcrafted in a cloisonne technique, decorated with fauna, flora, and tassels on an alluring blue background, featuring a removable head ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seats
Pair of Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seats

Pair of Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seats

Located in Chicago, IL

These vintage ceramic garden seats are sculpted in the shape of regal elephants and glazed in high gloss shades of chocolate brown and cornflower blue. Each elephant is adorned in pr...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Lidded Porcelain Elephant Figurines
Pair of Chinese Lidded Porcelain Elephant Figurines

Pair of Chinese Lidded Porcelain Elephant Figurines

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Antique Chinese olive green elephant figurines, decorated with carved detailing and pierced sides, and fitted with lids (PRICED AS PAIR).

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Magnificent Antique Chinese Porcelain Porcelain Flambe Glazed Elephants - Pair
Magnificent Antique Chinese Porcelain Porcelain Flambe Glazed Elephants - Pair

Magnificent Antique Chinese Porcelain Porcelain Flambe Glazed Elephants - Pair

Located in Atlanta, GA

Chinese, 19th century or earlier. A PAIR OF CHINESE PORCELAIN FLAMBE-GLAZED ELEPHANTS. Each elephant is a modeled mirror image - with an arched back and curling trunk. The entire ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Bone Carved Elephant Sculpture
Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Bone Carved Elephant Sculpture

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Bone Carved Elephant Sculpture

Located in Pomona, CA

This magnificent antique Chinese bone carved elephant was 100% hand made and hand carved from OX bone. It has very detailed carving works on it. The rug on the elephant back was made...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Copper

Chinese Wicker Elephant Box from the Shanghai Collection
Chinese Wicker Elephant Box from the Shanghai Collection

Chinese Wicker Elephant Box from the Shanghai Collection

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Chinese elephant sculpture ambitiously hand crafted in woven wicker with rattan and wood highlights, having a removable head as a lid. From the famed Shanghai collection.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wicker

Chinese Pair of Large Cloisonné Elephants with Wood Stands
Chinese Pair of Large Cloisonné Elephants with Wood Stands

Chinese Pair of Large Cloisonné Elephants with Wood Stands

Located in Norton, MA

Large pair of standing elephants having fitted vases on their backs on wooden display stands Measures: Height: 15 inches, Length: 14 inches, Width: 6 inches (without stands), Total ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

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Copper

19th Century Chinese Archaic Style Cloisonné & Lacquer Elephant Motif Censor
19th Century Chinese Archaic Style Cloisonné & Lacquer Elephant Motif Censor

19th Century Chinese Archaic Style Cloisonné & Lacquer Elephant Motif Censor

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th century Chinese Archaic style Cloisonné & Lacquer Elephant Motif Censor With Associated later lacquer & bronze pagoda lid, resting on a gilt bronze Cloisonné elephant motif th...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

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Bronze

Chinese Ceramic Teapot Elephant shape Celadon Glaze, Mid 20th Century
Chinese Ceramic Teapot Elephant shape Celadon Glaze, Mid 20th Century

Chinese Ceramic Teapot Elephant shape Celadon Glaze, Mid 20th Century

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a Chinese handcrafted ceramic teapot with an elephant shape and a celadon glaze, which we date to the 20th century, circa 1930s. The Teapot is handcrafted of a heavy ceram...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A Pair of Vintage Chinese Elephant Side Tables in Painted Wood
A Pair of Vintage Chinese Elephant Side Tables in Painted Wood

A Pair of Vintage Chinese Elephant Side Tables in Painted Wood

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A pair of matching Chinese elephants in painted wood. Original paint and featuring bejeweled gold head-dresses.

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Mid-20th Century Asian Chinese Export Tables

Materials

Paint

Chinese Flambè Glazed Hu Vase With Elephant Head Handles
Chinese Flambè Glazed Hu Vase With Elephant Head Handles

Chinese Flambè Glazed Hu Vase With Elephant Head Handles

Located in Bradenton, FL

Early 20th century Chinese Flambè Hu vase with elephant handles. Beautifully fired with shades of purple and blue throughout. Mouth of vase is 4" in diameter. Possibly from the Repub...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Chinese Brown Majolica Glazed Elephant Garden Seats / Tables - Pair
Mid-Century Chinese Brown Majolica Glazed Elephant Garden Seats / Tables - Pair

Mid-Century Chinese Brown Majolica Glazed Elephant Garden Seats / Tables - Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of mid-century Chinese brown glazed heavy ceramic elephant garden seats or side tables. They have are unmarked and in very good condition.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Side Tables

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Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Elephant Garden Stools - a Pair
Vintage Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Elephant Garden Stools - a Pair

Vintage Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Elephant Garden Stools - a Pair

Located in Pomona, CA

This is a pair of blue and white chinoiserie ceramic elephant garden stools or plant stands. They are often used as accent tables or decorative pieces for both indoor and outdoor spa...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Two Brass Chinese Figures (Ox & Elephant) - W4000 NUST SELL 80% off
Two Brass Chinese Figures (Ox & Elephant) - W4000 NUST SELL 80% off

Two Brass Chinese Figures (Ox & Elephant) - W4000 NUST SELL 80% off

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Two Brass Chinese Figures (Ox & Elephant) - W4000 MUST SELL This is a pair of heavy Chinese brass figurines of an ox and an elephant. They are in very good condition with some resid...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Pair Antique 20th Century Chinese Gilt Copper Elephant Form Censers w/ Jade
Pair Antique 20th Century Chinese Gilt Copper Elephant Form Censers w/ Jade

Pair Antique 20th Century Chinese Gilt Copper Elephant Form Censers w/ Jade

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of Antique 20th Century Chinese Gilt Copper Elephant Form Censers with Jade Rings and Inset with Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Sandstone, and Turquoise. These gilt-bronze/copper censer...

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1990s Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

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Coral, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Sandstone, Bronze

Miniature Jadite Elephant on Wooden Stand
Miniature Jadite Elephant on Wooden Stand

Miniature Jadite Elephant on Wooden Stand

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a miniature Jadite Elephant on a wood stand. It was crafted in China after 1920. It has an indiscernible inscription on the bottom.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Jade

Large Antique Glazed Terracotta Elephant Garden Seat.
Large Antique Glazed Terracotta Elephant Garden Seat.

Large Antique Glazed Terracotta Elephant Garden Seat.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Probably a Chinese export of the early 20th Century. The condition is good antique.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Garden Ornaments

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Terracotta

Pair Rare Large Antique Elephant Garden Seats
Pair Rare Large Antique Elephant Garden Seats

Pair Rare Large Antique Elephant Garden Seats

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Just in this pair of Rare Large Antique Elephant Garden Seats. This pair is quite unique, by the size and coloration. The main bodies of these elephants are matte and unglazed. The b...

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Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Earthenware

Antique Bronze Champlevé Vase with Elephant Handles
Antique Bronze Champlevé Vase with Elephant Handles

Antique Bronze Champlevé Vase with Elephant Handles

Located in San Diego, CA

Antique bronze champlevé vase with double elephant handles, circa 1900s. The vase is in good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 7"W x 6"D x 12.5"H. #3716

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

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Bronze, Enamel

Antique Asian Bronze Elephant Sculpture Statue 19th c.
Antique Asian Bronze Elephant Sculpture Statue 19th c.

Antique Asian Bronze Elephant Sculpture Statue 19th c.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Asian Bronze Elephant Sculpture Statue late 19th c. Asian Chinese antique cast bronze elephant sculpture. Ceremonial cast metal elephant with beautiful detailed carving on hi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Carved Brass Vase with Elephant Handles, Hand-Crafted in Japan, 1920s
Carved Brass Vase with Elephant Handles, Hand-Crafted in Japan, 1920s

Carved Brass Vase with Elephant Handles, Hand-Crafted in Japan, 1920s

Located in New York, NY

An elegant brass vase, hand-crafted in China, Early to Mid 20th Century. Finished in dark brown with a mottled patina, probably achieved through a technique like Murashido. The bod...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Vases

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Bronze

Large Carved Wood Hand Painted Elephant Side Table  Plant Stand  Shelf Art
Large Carved Wood Hand Painted Elephant Side Table  Plant Stand  Shelf Art

Large Carved Wood Hand Painted Elephant Side Table Plant Stand Shelf Art

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A decorative carved wood Elephant side table stool, hand painted in deep red paint, with decorative gilt and gem stones details. Most probably of Chinese origin, early part of the 2...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Asian Blue and White Ceramic Elephant Form Lidded Vase or Box, 20th Century
Asian Blue and White Ceramic Elephant Form Lidded Vase or Box, 20th Century

Asian Blue and White Ceramic Elephant Form Lidded Vase or Box, 20th Century

Located in Doylestown, PA

Unique and charming blue and white Asian crackle glazed ceramic elephant lidded vase or box, 20th century. Beautifully decorated throughout with a fitted lid on top of the saddle wit...

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20th Century Chinese Export Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Ceramic

20th Century Vietnamese Hand-Carved Asian Coffee Low Table with Elephant Scene
20th Century Vietnamese Hand-Carved Asian Coffee Low Table with Elephant Scene

20th Century Vietnamese Hand-Carved Asian Coffee Low Table with Elephant Scene

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Inset glass top deep relief carved Vietnamese low table. Heavily carved throughout depicting elephants working in a forest. Very nicely done with figural carved legs/feet and floral ...

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Late 20th Century Vietnamese Chinese Export Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Teak

Pair of Chinese Figures Seated on Elephants
Pair of Chinese Figures Seated on Elephants

Pair of Chinese Figures Seated on Elephants

Located in Sarasota, FL

A colorful Pair of Chinese figures riding on elephants, Ming style but circa 1890-1910 raised on green plinths with open work Male figures are wearing pointed hats and green cloth...

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Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

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Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Pewter Elephant Lamps on Red Wooden Bases

Pair of Chinese Pewter Elephant Lamps on Red Wooden Bases

Located in San Antonio, TX

Fantastically whimsical pair of lucky elephant lamps with upturned trunks. The pair of opposing elephants rest on vintage wooden red bases and feature foo-lion handles and pagoda for...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

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Pewter

Hand Carved Calcite Elephant Sculpture, Vintage
Hand Carved Calcite Elephant Sculpture, Vintage

Hand Carved Calcite Elephant Sculpture, Vintage

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering this stunning hand carved Calcite elephant. The base is a simple hand carved base for the elephant to sit atop. The elephant is carved with simple lines and curves. The tone...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Lapis Lazuli Natural Blue Elephant Carved Animal Gemstone Asian Statue Sculpture
Lapis Lazuli Natural Blue Elephant Carved Animal Gemstone Asian Statue Sculpture

Lapis Lazuli Natural Blue Elephant Carved Animal Gemstone Asian Statue Sculpture

By Eastern Artisans

Located in Milano, IT

Important acquisition in the late 1970s in Hong Kong. This gentil gemstone offers a passionate color in a precious way. Carved with extreme detail by fantastic local artists which tr...

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Vintage 1970s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

A Fine Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Candlesticks
A Fine Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Candlesticks

A Fine Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Candlesticks

Located in Downingtown, PA

The elephants with trunks up are each turning a different way to make a true pair. These rare candlesticks are brightly coloured in famille rose enamels with bands in blue, yellow, ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Candle Holders

Pair of Asian Elephant Garden Stools or Drink Tables
Pair of Asian Elephant Garden Stools or Drink Tables

Pair of Asian Elephant Garden Stools or Drink Tables

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Beautifully weathered pair of Chinese export elephant garden stools or drinks tables.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Circa 1780 Chinese "Elephant & Mahout" Vegetable Dish
Circa 1780 Chinese "Elephant & Mahout" Vegetable Dish

Circa 1780 Chinese "Elephant & Mahout" Vegetable Dish

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1780 Chinese export "elephant & mahout" oval vegetable dish.

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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Wicker Elephant
Chinese Wicker Elephant

Chinese Wicker Elephant

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chinese elephant box from the famed Shanghai collection, ambitiously crafted in bamboo wicker with carved wood tusks and feet. Lift off lid allows for storage.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wicker

Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seat
Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seat

Chinese Glazed Elephant Garden Seat

Located in Chicago, IL

Glazed in a loose, free drip style that recalls ancient sancai ware, this colorful ceramic garden stool charms with a dark brown glaze accented with bold blues, greens, and yellows. ...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Export Famille Rose Style Elephant Bookends or Decor Objects
Pair of Chinese Export Famille Rose Style Elephant Bookends or Decor Objects

Pair of Chinese Export Famille Rose Style Elephant Bookends or Decor Objects

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

A striking pair of Chinese export porcelain elephant figures beautifully decorated in the famille rose palette with rich pink, green, blue, and gold accents.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Bookends

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Dancing Elephants
Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Dancing Elephants

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Dancing Elephants

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Enchanting pair of vintage Chinese cloisonne or enamel on brass elephants in a dancing pose having floral symbolic designs on an alluring blue background. Trunk up for good luck.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Earthenware Elephant Stands
Pair of Chinese Earthenware Elephant Stands

Pair of Chinese Earthenware Elephant Stands

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Pair of mid century Chinese terra cotta stands with classic form and decorated with a chic translucent white glaze.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Guanyin on Elephant
Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Guanyin on Elephant

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Guanyin on Elephant

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Monumental Carved Polychromed Wood Guan Yin Seated atop Elephant Sculpture, the figure's hands raised in Mudra positions, glass inset eyes. 49" H x 39" W x 18" D.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Midcentury Chinese Porcelain Elephants by Maitland-Smith
Pair of Midcentury Chinese Porcelain Elephants by Maitland-Smith

Pair of Midcentury Chinese Porcelain Elephants by Maitland-Smith

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Intriguing pair of midcentury Chinese porcelain elephants with a white glaze carrying vases or vessels. Signed Maitland-Smith on the bottom.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terra Cotta Elephant Seats
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terra Cotta Elephant Seats

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terra Cotta Elephant Seats

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Mid-century Chinese elephant seats or stools crafted in terra cotta, and decorated with a drip glaze technique in striking traditional colors.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Stools

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Chinese stoneware elephant form tables
Pair of Chinese stoneware elephant form tables

Pair of Chinese stoneware elephant form tables

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Pair of Chinese stoneware polychrome decorated elephant form occasional tables, circa 1990. These elephant tables are a very fun colorful pair of tables that could be used either ind...

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1990s Asian Chinese Export End Tables

Materials

Paint, Stoneware

Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer over Copper Elephants
Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer over Copper Elephants

Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer over Copper Elephants

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Pair of late 19th century Chinese cinnabar lacquer elephants with a molded copper base and incised hair pattern on each which is unique to each piece.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Chinese Champleve and Bronze Elephant now a Lamp
Chinese Champleve and Bronze Elephant now a Lamp

Chinese Champleve and Bronze Elephant now a Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

A stout Chinese champleve and bronze elephant now mounted as a lamp. Circa 1900 0r earlier.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonne Elephants with Lotus Flowers
Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonne Elephants with Lotus Flowers

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonne Elephants with Lotus Flowers

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Lofty pair of antique Chinese elephants handcrafted in brass in a cloisonne technique featuring an upturned trunk holding lotus flowers in various stages of bloom. The white elephant...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Chinese Wicker Elephant Box From the Shanghai Collection
Vintage Chinese Wicker Elephant Box From the Shanghai Collection

Vintage Chinese Wicker Elephant Box From the Shanghai Collection

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Charming vintage Chinese elephant box handcrafted in wicker with carved wood highlights including an elephant lid handle. Labeled Shanghai on the bottom.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Ceramic Elephant Stool, Green Color, Plant Stand, China 20th Century
Ceramic Elephant Stool, Green Color, Plant Stand, China 20th Century

Ceramic Elephant Stool, Green Color, Plant Stand, China 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Ceramic elephant, in green and purple colors. It was made in China in the 20th century, it is hand painted. This object can also be used as a stool, table or plant holder. It can be ...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Stools

Materials

Ceramic

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Chinese Export Elephant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Chinese export elephant available at 1stDibs. Each Chinese export elephant for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and porcelain. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Chinese export elephant, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each Chinese export elephant bearing hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Chinese Export Elephant?

Prices for a Chinese export elephant start at $395 and top out at $18,000 with the average selling for $2,627.

A Close Look at Chinese-export Furniture

Expanded trade between Europe and East Asia, starting in the 16th century, led to a booming market for exported goods, particularly furniture. This was bolstered by the establishment of the Dutch and English East India Companies at the beginning of the 17th century. From folding screens and chairs to lacquer tables and silver, Chinese Export furniture was in demand and regularly copied and imitated, leading to styles like chinoiserie and Chinese Chippendale.

The expansion of exporting that had strengthened the arts during the Ming dynasty continued into the Qing dynasty era — Chinese designers made many furniture pieces specifically for export, resulting in distinctive designs that mixed traditional techniques with forms appealing to foreign buyers. For instance, cabinetmakers in Canton (modern-day Guangzhou) were prolific in crafting hardwood furniture for export in European styles that involved the expert joinery techniques of Chinese furniture. Designs for Chinese Export porcelain, cabinets, decorative objects and other furniture were often more ornately adorned than they would be for a local audience, such as with mother-of-pearl overlays or surfaces featuring lavish pictorial scenes or gold on black motifs. Some were even commissioned by wealthy European families to be adorned with their coat of arms.

Because lacquer furniture was especially prized, and the resin used to create it was difficult to import as it would harden during the long voyage, artisans in China and Japan exported numerous lacquer pieces. Long before lacquer made its way to Japan, the Chinese treated the material differently. They used it to create smooth, glossy surfaces, but also for carving, an art that began in the 12th century and is exclusively Chinese. These pieces are called cinnabar lacquer after the powdered mercury sulfide (cinnabar) employed to produce their characteristic red hue. A popular form for export was a compact cabinet with drawers, usually displayed on a small table. Undecorated furniture built in Europe was also shipped to China to be lacquered. The international exchange of design would influence furniture into the 19th century and later, informing styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

Find a collection of antique Chinese Export tables, beds, cupboards, table lamps and more furniture on 1stDibs.

Questions About Chinese Export Elephant
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Chinese export porcelain, first look for a mark. Most pieces made after 1891 feature a maker's mark that you can research using authoritative online resources. Identifying older porcelain ware is more difficult. A licensed appraiser can provide assistance. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chinese export porcelain on 1stDibs.