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Dimensions: 58mm H x 75mm W Weight 342gChinese Qing Dynasty, carved jade elephant effigy. The finest jade carved in elephant statue, Chinese elephant seated in relaxing position on its four legs, with the body slightly bend to right shoulder, the head facing straight forward. Its tail gently curved upward on the right hip. Elegantly presented upon a carved black velvet stand and deep royal yellow interior cushion, adorned with gilt auspicious pattern on metallic thread ribbon. The Elephant - is the last of the four Animals of Power and Energy. It represents strength, sagacity, and prudence. The phrase elephant rider in Chinese sounds similar to fortunate or auspicious. This pairing announces the arrival of good fortune. The elephant is considered an auspicious animal because the Chinese character for elephant has the same pronunciation as the Chinese word for auspicious or lucky . The elephant is sometimes shown carrying a treasure vase on its back. Since the word vase has the same pronunciation as the word for peace , the implied meaning is may you have good luck and peace. Excellent craftsmanship is evident in the fine details. Nephrite has mottled appearance with scattered inclusions along with a beautiful transparent milk-white tone, with pale-celadon iridescent and slight attractive sporadic golden russet inclusions, exquisite and detail, the jade stone have clean tone, with pale-celadon iridescent and moist milky appearance. The jade is extremely well carved giving it an aura of splendor.