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Qing · 2026-11-12 · Earlier recommendation · Upcoming
A pair of iron-red elephants standing foursquare with famille-rose saddle blankets and vase-form candle sockets on their backs.
Catalogue estimate
- USD · US dollarsOriginal estimate
- $2,000–$4,000
- CNY · Chinese yuanReference equivalent
- CN¥13,417–CN¥26,834
Reference rates dated 2026-09-14 · Conversions rounded to whole currency units; settlement follows the original currency and agreed fees. Rate source
Estimates exclude buyer’s premium, OACA agency fees, taxes and delivery; they are not guaranteed purchase prices.
Apply for OACA bidding agencyCollecting notes & condition
Selected for its paired sculptural form and auspicious elephant-and-vase imagery; the repainting and concealed repairs require careful review.
The catalogue records heavy overspray on one candle socket that obscures the extent of repaired cracks; the other elephant has extensive repainting to green and harness areas and possible crazing or red-glaze separation. Both have gilt loss and foot wear. Located in Minnesota, USA; local pickup, shipping and self-arranged shipping are shown. Confirm packing, insurance, taxes and cross-border obligations. Buyer’s premium is 30%. The estimate is not a sale price or value guarantee; OACA provides non-exclusive agency service only.
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OACA agency & deposit
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Recommendation checked 2026-11-07