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Fine Pair of Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Foo Lion Incense Burners

$10,900per set
£8,270.67per set
€9,456.77per set
CA$15,224.34per set
A$16,927.40per set
CHF 8,838.55per set
MX$206,047.67per set
NOK 112,776.10per set
SEK 105,665.82per set
DKK 70,577.62per set
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About the Item

Fabulous Antique Chinese Foo Lion incense burners originally purchased in Bangkok, Thailand. Patinated bronze with cloud-like tails and fierce open jaws. They rest one front leg on a sphere with long ribbons. In overall fine deep Archaic type patina. Measures: wide. 17", depth 9", height. 13" Condition: The tail of one Lion needs repair and is included but unattached and showing previous repair attempt, otherwise very good condition with a magnificent presentation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: An attempted repair on one of the Tails is shown in the photos and will need professional repair. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1896401stDibs: LU1755226878572

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