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Pair of Tibetan Bronze Guardian Lion Figures

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A pair of Guardian Lions with fierce countenance, heads turned with open and snarling mouths. Intricately decorated with various symbols and having worked Quartz eyes. Fierce creatures standing with one front paw raised on World globes. With overall raised floral decorative motifs and inlaid glass and mica. Condition: Please see detail photos. The Pair show age and have wear to the finish with many losses to the inlay which do not detract from the elemental and very powerful presentation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Tibetan (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 699881stDibs: LU175529098043
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