Lot 338: A Pair of Chinese White Metal Guardian Lions...
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A Pair of Chinese White Metal Guardian Lions Foo Dogs.
A striking pair of Chinese guardian lions cast in white metal, each depicted in a powerful seated stance. The male lion rests his paw on a brocaded ball, symbolising worldly authority, while the female restrains a playful cub, representing maternal protection. Their finely detailed manes are formed in tight whorls, with fierce expressions and articulated claws.
H: Approximately 20cm
Provenance: Private property of a distinguished British collector.
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