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Pair of Antique Japanese Paintings of Karashishi, Edo Period, 18th Century

$50,000per set
£37,966.19per set
€43,417.17per set
CA$69,857.25per set
A$77,696.51per set
CHF 40,570.70per set
MX$945,483.90per set
NOK 518,149.80per set
SEK 485,933.10per set
DKK 324,038.96per set
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A rare pair of antique Japanese Karashishi paintings in a landscape of rocks and peony flowers on gold leaf ground in fine handmade frames, Edo period, early 18th century. The Karashishi (Chinese lion) and Komainu (Korean dog) are thought to have been introduced to Japan in around the 7th and 8th centuries AD. They are the lion-dog temple guardians of both Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples and have been placed at the entrances or in the eves of shrines and temples to ward off evil spirits since this time. Materials: Ink, pigment and gold leaf on paper. Dimensions (framed): H 198cm x W 121.5cm (each).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 77.96 in (198 cm)Width: 48.04 in (122 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Prahran, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JP1214-Karashishi paintings1stDibs: LU125622186382

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