Elephant ceramic side table

Elephant side table in polychrome glazed ceramic. China, circa 1960–1980. Body in cream glazed ceramic, painted polychrome decoration — cobalt blue, brown and white — depicting a decorative cover with fringes and interlaced patterns. Square top plate adorned with a central medallion bearing the character 壽 (shòu, longevity), surrounded by scrollwork. Raised trunk, a sign of good fortune. Typical of Chinese export ceramic productions aimed at the Western market, highly sought after in European decoration from the 1960s to the 1980s. Often used as side tables, stools, or plant stands. Height: 37 cm. Width: 43 cm. Depth: 20 cm. Overall good condition. Light usage glaze cracks. Visible stain on one of the rear feet, with no apparent chips or losses.