Oriental Ceramics & Works of Art - 15th July 2005

Lot 202

Four Chinese lapis lazuli carved models of elephants. Extensive wear and damage. Probably...

Estimate £50 - £150 | Hammer £500

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Description

Four Chinese lapis lazuli carved models of elephants. Extensive wear and damage. Probably Shang dynasty (c.1500-1028bc), 6.5cm. Max. (4) A similar crude bronze figure of this form is in the Royal Ontario Museum, the Bishop White collection.