Watch with pedestal in the form of an elephant (with leather box), 19th century
- Image Number: K1D004427N000000000PAD
- Dynasty: Qing dynasty
- Category: Miscellaneous objects
- Function: Dress accessories
- Material: Mineral/metal/plated metal
- Description:
The bronze gilded precious elephant is decorated with enamel inside the saddle bridle and the body is like a wreath. The cloud dragon pattern supporting ring on the elephant’s back is decorated with pearls, and a small round watch is built in. The dial is made of white enamel, and the outer ring is inlaid with red and white cut bead decorations. The bottom of the pedestal and the belly of the elephant are carved with double dragon patterns, which are colorful and gorgeous. This piggyback watch treasure elephant is equipped with an exquisite gold flower leather suitcase with gold double dragon patterns, which is shown to be prepared for the use of the inner court.
![图片[2]-Watch with pedestal in the form of an elephant (with leather box), 19th century-China Archive](https://chinaarchive.net/Qing dynasty/Miscellaneous objects/K1D004427N000000000PAD-108905.jpg)
![图片[3]-Watch with pedestal in the form of an elephant (with leather box), 19th century-China Archive](https://chinaarchive.net/Qing dynasty/Miscellaneous objects/K1D004427N000000000PAD-108906.jpg)
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