Bronze elephant question

[genepix]

Hello- First time post here.  I hope the photo is properly uploaded.  I would love to know more about this bronze elephant that my dad brought back from the Korean War.    I've been told it was a incense burner and dates from the Ming Dynasty, but have never found another one like it.  It is approximately 12 inches long and slightly over 16 inches tall.  If anyone can help tell me more it would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks.

[D&b antiques]

Well the disapointing thing is .it's not chinese. it's korean.if you were to travel to korea to there nine light's museum. you would see your elephant. in all it's splender.

You have a very nice & vintage copy.

[KC]

D&B Where is this museum in Korea?  Tried finding out info on it...have adopted child from Korea and not aware of this...find this interesting!

[D&b antiques]

mount kaya south korea. Haeinsa Temple. it's  now a national park.

[KC]

Thank you for the information.  Will look into it! 

[genepix]

Thank you so much for this information!  Have a great holiday.

[genepix]

D&b- Now that my curiosity has been piqued, I'm desperate for more information.  I spent quite some time searching all things Korean, and was unable to find anything of relevance...Do you have additional information about this elephant or a specific contact who could help answer my questions ( age,purpose, etc)? I just want to be able to properly identify this item so that when my kids ultimately put my belongings in a garage sale, at least they will have some of the history- (whatever that may be)......I do appreciate any knowledge you may have on this...Thanks....
Gene

[D&b antiques]

it's purpose was and incense burner.it pertains to the buddist religion. it was most likely. made in the early 40's.it was not likely made for tourist.

it's a treasure in the fact your father owned it.

[bingh]

My elephant (another elephant post) looks very much like yours

Brian