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Lacquered Meiji Period Carved Wood Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions on Boulle Stands
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Pair of Japanese lacquered wood figures depicting seated Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions in a deep red-brown lacquer with stylized mane and tail, having reverse painted glass eyes and seated on French style Boullework stands.
- Dimensions:Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Meiji (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chapel Hill, NC
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