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Fine Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Elephants Qing Period
Rams Head Antiques
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Fine Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Elephants Qing Period

19th century
Description

This is a fabulous pair of large Chinese Qing Period Cloisonne elephants with removable candle sconce howdah to their backs dating from around 1870.

The pair are most decorative and substantial and are in excellent condition.

These are crafted in solid brass with beautiful coloured enamel designs inlaid throughout their highly decorated bodies. The pair have removable candle holders to their backs on the decorative howdah and both still have their solid brass tusks present.

These are a really decorative pair of good scale and are extremely rare to find.

The pair are measuring 28 cms high by 35 cms wide and 20 cms in depth.

UK insured delivery is £20

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated these Qing Dynasty Cloisonne Elephants to the 1870s.

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SA1193256
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You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

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Description
This is a fabulous pair of large Chinese Qing Period Cloisonne elephants with removable candle sconce howdah to their backs dating from around 1870.

The pair are most decorative and substantial and are in excellent condition.

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These are crafted in solid brass with beautiful coloured enamel designs inlaid throughout their highly decorated bodies.
Rams Head Antiques

The pair have removable candle holders to their backs on the decorative howdah and both still have their solid brass tusks present.

These are a really decorative pair of good scale and are extremely rare to find.

The pair are measuring 28 cms high by 35 cms wide and 20 cms in depth.

UK insured delivery is £20

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated these Qing Dynasty Cloisonne Elephants to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1193256
Rams Head Antiques
Rams Head Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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A pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel elephant statues patterned with colourful geometric scrolls, each supporting a decorative vase upon its saddle.
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Archive I A pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel elephant statues patterned with colourful geometric scrolls, each supporting a decorative vase upon its saddle.

Fine Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Elephants Qing Period

Archive II A pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel elephant statues patterned with colourful geometric scrolls, each supporting a decorative vase upon its saddle. View II
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Archive V A pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel elephant statues patterned with colourful geometric scrolls, each supporting a decorative vase upon its saddle. View V
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Rams Head Antiques
Telephone 07769 255 544
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Weardale
Durham
United Kingdom
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A pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel elephant statues patterned with colourful geometric scrolls, each supporting a decorative vase upon its saddle.
Fine Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Elephants Qing Period
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In Chinese iconography, elephants carrying vases are known as Taiping Youxiang, which translates to peace and good omen. During the Qing dynasty, these symbolic figures were frequently produced for court display and elite homes to represent stability and harmony.

Cloisonne involves soldering thin copper or brass wires onto a metal vessel to form intricate compartments, known as cloisons. These compartments are filled with coloured enamel pastes, kiln-fired multiple times, and polished flat before gilt finishes are applied.

Qing period cloisonne typically features heavy cast-bronze or copper bodies, hand-gilded metal wirework, and subtle surface pitting or minor enamel imperfections consistent with historical firing techniques.

Decorative enamel sculptures serve as high-contrast accents when placed on minimalist sideboards, mantelpieces, or curated shelving, introducing historical craftsmanship and rich colour to contemporary schemes.

Dust surfaces gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or natural bristle brush. Chemical cleaners, abrasive polishes, and immersion in water should be avoided to prevent damage to the gilding and enamel cell boundaries.
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