The Rouleau baluster shaped vase, of tall bibulous body, rounded shoulder to waisted neck and flared rim, raised on splayed foot base. Two gilt elephant masks flanked on the collar. The main body decorated with geometrical circles pattern bordered with tendrils of gilt tropical leaves pattern on shoulder and foot, Neck with butterflies flying amidst flowers and scrolling foliage, while foot showing arrays of lotus blooms with its twigs and figs. The gilt ring banded on outer lips and foot rim. Elephant - is the last of the 4 Animals of Power and Energy. It represents strength, sagacity, and prudence.


Mark on base, incised six script -KaiShu- characters, enclosed by a rectangular framed border, QianLong Reign Period of Great Qing.


Dimensions: 23-3/8" H x 14-1/2" W

Minor scratches on gilt bronze and tiny holes of corrosions on cloisonne. Normal, consider ages and wear. Over all in excellent condition. The bidder assumes responsibility for ensuring that the condition of the item(s) meets with their satisfaction prior to bidding. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, and is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. EDEN Galleries shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.