Wood and jadeite panel, ‘Elephant and Prosperity,’ Qing dynasty

Comprising a jadeite plaque and a finely carved mahogany wood support. The jadeite is bluish-green in colour with intense emerald-coloured spots. It features intricate relief carving on both sides: the front shows a ceremonial elephant, a symbol of peace and wisdom, detailed with fine incisions. The reverse features a bas-relief of clouds, in the centre of which is a circular medallion with the character ‘Tai Ping’.

The plaque hangs from a wooden support carved with openwork dragon motifs, scrolls and lingzhi branches. Qing dynasty (1644–1911).

Frame size: 44.5 x 14.3 x 33.5 cm. Jadeite size: 20.2 x 1.5 x 22.2 cm.

Total weight: 1325 g