Dimension: Elephant height: 22 3/4 in (57.8 cm) Candlestick Height: 12 3/4 in (32.5 cm)
Estimate From: $12000
Estimate To: $16000
Shown in standing position with head turned to the side, with white jade forward stretching tusks, the head embellished with various gem beads including turquoise, coral, and ruby; the body fitted with cloisonne enamel saddle with fine intertwining lotus, auspicious bats, and clouds motifs, the back surmounted with a double lotus throne supporting a floriform formed vase flanked by two elephant handles with suspending rings, containing two white jade ‘Ji' and a circular white jade disc carved with bats, mountains and seas. The rectangular sectioned base is finely enamelled with hexagonal motifs, scrolling lotus, and single lotus leaves. The bottom bears a six character 'Qianlong' mark in gilt. Qing Dynasty period.