Chinese Pale Celadon Hardstone Recumbent Elephant, Possibly Nephrite, 8 in, 8 lbA carved Chinese hardstone figure of a recumbent elephant, pale celadon to greenish white. The elephant lies with legs tucked, trunk curled inward, and ears laid back. Simplified modeling with light incised wrinkles. Solid stone, substantial in the hand.Length about 8 inches. Weight 8 pounds. The polish is waxy and the edges show slight translucency, consistent with nephrite or a dense serpentine such as bowenite. Not tested. Sold as Chinese hardstone, possibly nephrite, not as certified jade.No signature or reign mark. Commercial 20th-century carving. No stand included.Condition is good for age and type. No breaks, repairs, or losses to the trunk or ears noted. Surface shows handling marks, small dark specks, and tool texture on the feet. Three small green dots visible in some photos appear to be sale stickers or paint marks, not inlays; confirm on receipt.Photos are of the actual piece. Please review them for condition. Ships packed for stone.
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