Reclining elephant, sculpture in pale nephrite jade, China, l. 11 cm, h. 5.5 cm. In China, the elephant is a symbol of wisdom, strength and prudence. Provenance: Brigitte Mavromichalis collection A similar elephant was sold at Christie's, New York, March 29, 2023, lot no. 132. Another elephant, dating from the 17th-18th c., was sold at Bonhams, London, May 13, 2010, lot no. 74.
We use cookies to provide you with a better browsing experience, perform site traffic analysis, and deliver content and advertisements most relevant to your interests.
Cookie management:
By allowing these cookies, you agree to the deposit, reading and use of tracking technologies necessary for their proper functioning. Read more about our privacy policy.