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Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Modeled as a Candlestick

$3,000
£2,255.76
€2,619.48
CA$4,189.44
A$4,646.40
CHF 2,440.06
MX$57,061.04
NOK 30,888.83
SEK 29,128.58
DKK 19,544.22
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Chinese Export porcelain canton famille rose elephant modeled as a candlestick, Circa 1860 The standing Chinese Export porcelain elephant with its trunk up is painted in an iron-red with gilt decoration and caparisoned. On its back is a gu-form vase candle holder rising from the raised saddle. Below the urn is a long saddle cloth hanging down painted with famille rose birds amongst plants and flowers within a turquoise border. Across the back of the elephant is a multicolored blanket with a gilt ground and decorated with pink flowers. Dimensions: 5 3/4 inches high x 6 1/2 inches x 4 1/2 inches deep Condition: Good.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Downingtown, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ny8371-nmrr1stDibs: LU861025872532

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