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Antique Large Green Lion Foo Dog, Glazed Chinese Ceramic, Early 20th

$1,738.81
£1,293.50
€1,450
CA$2,381.02
A$2,647.38
CHF 1,382.31
MX$32,225.01
NOK 17,637.72
SEK 16,525.70
DKK 11,038.05
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Marvelous antique foo lion dog sculpture in green glazed ceramic. This outstanding object was hand-made in the early 1900s. This fine quality ceramic sculpture has outstanding details such as the sinuous whiskers or the collar that give a sense of motion to the dog. The green glazed ceramic with shades of dark green and black is incredibly elegant. In fabulous condition, with no chips or cracks. This sculpture was hand-made with perfect proportions. The This lion dog sculpture is a masterpiece and a must have for Asian art collectors. It wwill fit perfectly in a mid-century modern space. Dimension (cm): Width - 35 Height - 55 Depth - 19
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.66 in (55 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3067342379072

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