Lot 1225. A small pale greyish-green and russet jade figure of an elephant, Late Ming dynasty, 17th century; 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm.) long. Estimate USD 10,000 - USD 15,000. Price realised USD 10,000. © Christie's Images Ltd 2014

The stocky, caparisoned elephant is shown with a boy sprawled on its back atop a fringed blanket decorated with a dragon rising from waves on one side and waves breaking against a rock on the other. There is an area of dark grey color, some areas of russet color and russet-brown veins in the stone.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, New York, 18 - 19 September 2014