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19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure

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19th century, or possibly earlier, seated bronze chimera, cast as a ferocious scaled beast seated in a defensive crouch with its head facing forward as it opens its mouth in a roar exposing the tongue, and the ears shown among backswept horns. The chimera seated on an integral base. A wonderful small sculpture that exudes a lot of presence. A very appealing warm, coppery patina. Guardian figures and mythical beasts, like the seated creature here, intended to safeguard the home, were often depicted with fierce features designed to intimidate. 8.75 inches high 3.5 wide 4 deep

Dimensions:

Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)

Style:

Chinese Export (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Cast

Place of Origin:

China

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1900

Condition:

Some minor casting flaws.

Seller Location:

Stamford, CT

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU803041737362

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