A Chinese pale celadon jade mounted wood box, the Qing dynasty jade plaque carved in the form of a caparisoned recumbent elephant, 10 cm, inset into an ebonised hardwood box, 18cm x 12 cm Ex. Gorringe's UK The Jade plaque has some natural inclusions to the stone and has been later inset into an ebonised wood box. The box appears to be in good condition with minor occasional scratches to the surface. No major issues detected. DISCLAIMER We do our best to disclose anything that will impact value and / or desirability. Ages and descriptions stated are our opinions based on over 30 years experience in selling antiques. All items are sold "as is". You the buyer are ultimately responsible for agreeing or disagreeing with our opinions BEFORE placing a bid. All associated fees related to importation are the buyer’s responsibility. Do your homework first to figure out what they will be in your area. All customs issues are the buyer’s responsibility. China buyers please note: China has stricter rules and regulations for incoming packages. Many items are strictly prohibited from import to China including “artwork”, “antiques”, and many other categories. Please note that many of these categories are also forbidden for export from Taiwan, Additionally, we’ve been advised the declared written value of the package cannot exceed US$125. Therefore, shipping to China will be with the above understanding and 100% at your risk and responsibility should you decide to proceed. If this doesn't appeal to you, please do not bid on this lot. Please note:even with super careful packing efforts, the risk of damage or breakage cannot be reduced to zero. Shipping is at your risk and responsibility. Once the package has been lodged with the postal authorities, control and responsibility over said package rests with them. A tracking number will be provided with the package which can be checked via the Taiwan computer database in English and/or Chinese and your own country database. Please follow up and track accordingly. Any return charges or fees incurred for refusing the package, or not paying required import fees/tax wherein the package is returned to seller, are the buyer's responsibility. Please contact me if something is not clear or you need help with the package. We can work anything out together. #YearoftheDragon