Very Rare Superb Pair gilt bronze cloisonne elephant statues. Pair of Finest Chinese gilt bronze cloisonne statues in the form of two caparisoned standing elephant effigies, with their heads tilting to the right side shoulder and another pair tilting to the left side shoulder. The elephants are carrying gu beaker vases atop blanketing saddles, adorned with centered longevity symbols. The beaker vases each carry two Fangtian-ji crescent spears that have dangling tassels. A central cloud-form juts upward from in between the spears to cup a beautiful jade medallion at the top. Carrying a vase atop the blanket with an inverted neck and flared rim candle holder on its back. The blanket wealthy decorated with colorful cloisonne against its turquoise blue ground of Early Buddhist treasures "Bajixiang". While the vase adorned with dense of scrolling floral motif. All reserved in contrast gilt elephant body. All contrast reserved in gilt elephants body. The Elephant - is the last of the four Animals of Power and Energy. It represents strength, sagacity, and prudence. The statues adorned with many auspicious floral patterns with colorful semi-precious stones inlaid. The design is elegant with colors that entice the eyes. This is truly a masterful work of art. The Gilt Bronze conformed all required specimen to be high valued Chinese bronze wares, with finest material, the whiteness, the glaze, the carving, and the shape. Without overlap the outlines of the design, well carved, clear, subtle, and distinct. A portion of this high-grade Gilt bronze is considered quite rare. Expert workmanship is the absolute highlight of this gorgeous gilt bronze effigies.Measurements: Height:39 3/4" Width:15 1/4" Stand Height:3 7/8" Width:14 1/8" Lot Notes: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" (xiang ) has the same pronunciation as the Chinese word for "auspicious" or "lucky" (xiang). The elephant is sometimes shown carrying a "treasure" vase (bao ping) on its back. Since the word "vase" (ping ) has the same pronunciation as the word for "peace" (pingan), the implied meaning is "may you have 'good luck' (elephant) and 'peace' (vase)".