Qianlong Period Qing Dynasty Zitan Wood Stand Black Lacquered Hundred Treasures Inlaid “Peaceful Elephant and Great Fortune” Screen (18th Century Imperial Court Decorative Object)

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Dimensions: 63 cm (24.8 in. 2.07 ft) in height, 38 cm (15.0 in. 1.25 ft) in width; 18th-century Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period court artifact. Condition and Provenance: Excellent condition. The structure is intact, with the rosewood frame, lacquer finish, inlay work, and carved wooden base all in excellent condition. The gemstone inlays are secure, the lacquer shows rich signs of age, and the wood carvings are also well preserved. Provenance: Private collection, New York, USA. Description: This large decorative screen is an outstanding example of Qing Dynasty court craftsmanship, measuring 63 cm in height and 38 cm in width. The outer frame is made of high-quality rosewood, meticulously polished to showcase its delicate and elegant grain. The screen surface is decorated with exquisite gold cloud patterns. A neatly engraved gilded Chinese poem inscription in the upper right corner adds to its refined and elegant atmosphere. The central motif is a beautiful inlay design featuring the auspicious themes of "Peaceful Elephant" and "Great Fortune." The gilded double-gourd vase is adorned with turquoise perforations and carved with auspicious characters for longevity. Its branches are decorated with coral beads, agate, and jade carvings of flowers and fruits. The white jade elephant, carved from a single piece of Hetian jade, is adorned with a turquoise and amber saddle ornament and carries an auspicious vase, symbolizing peace and prosperity. Other decorative elements include auspicious animals made of Shoushan stone, orchids in a jade basin, peonies carved from amber and rose quartz, yellow ribbons, and ruyi-shaped objects. The screen surface is decorated with flowing cloud patterns outlined in gold thread and inlaid with various precious materials such as white jade, coral, amber, turquoise, agate, Shoushan stone, gilding, and green jade. The base is carved using techniques from rosewood and huanghuali wood, with intricate floral patterns created through layered openwork. The upper part depicts the "Three Friends of Winter"—pine, bamboo, and plum—while the lower part is decorated with openwork lotus patterns, ruyi patterns, and cloud-shaped feet. This screen combines inlaid treasures, gilded lacquer, and multi-layered wood carving techniques, showcasing the exquisite luxury and symbolic art of Qing Dynasty court decoration. It is an important collectible.

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