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Antique PAIR of Chinese Bronze Foo Dog sculptures Good Detail, early 20thC
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These are a very good pair of antique Ming style Chinese foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions, made of bronze, with good detail, which we date to the late Qing or early Republic period of the 20th Century, Circa 1920.
These pieces are well cast with very good detail, showing wear to the high points as expected from use and polishing over a long period, the lustrous copper bronze metal below. The places on the castings where one would not normally polish ( eg. the underside, the back and neck area) are fairly rough to the touch in keeping with their age
These are a substantial pair of bronzes, weighing over 900gm unpacked
These lovely pair of antique Chinese foo dogs are cast in the Ming style but we date them later, to the early 20th Century, late Qing or early Republic period, Circa 1920.
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Foo, Guardian or Lions Dogs, also known as komainu or shishi, are intimidating, mythical, lion-like creatures seen across a breadth of art forms, ranging from architecture to tattoos. As they symbolize prosperity, success, and guardianship as protective statues, normally found in pairs.
- Dimensions:Height: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Ming (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Overall good antique condition. Some wear and rubbing to high points.
- Seller Location:Lincoln, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: M 3271stDibs: LU990331921782
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