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Antique Fu Lion Pair with Plum Blossom on Lucite, China (16477)

Original price was: $395.00.Current price is: $295.00.

Ht: 5″. W:  4″. D: 2.5″  |     FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

Pair of red and gold antique carved lions were likely part of a woman’s bed frame to bless and protect its occupants. Each holds a spherical 5-leaf plums as wish for 5 Blessings of Happiness and for passing civilian official exams. Acrylic base.

Description

Carved red and gilt lacquered lions appeared everywhere in Chinese art as auspicious symbols of protection, harmony the Five Blessings or Happinesses (health, wealth, longevity, a virtuous life and a peaceful death) and high rank. Based on the cut-outs underneath, C  Mounted on a frosted acrylic stand, they are in excellent condition.

 

Additional information

Weight 4 lbs
Dimensions 12 × 9 × 6 in
Place of Origin

China

Period

Antique, Qing Dynasty

Date

Late 19th Century

Materials and Technique

Wood

Dimensions (inches)

Ht: 5". W: 4". D: 2.5"

Dimensions (metric)

Ht: 12.7cm. W: 10.4cm. D: 6.35cm

Condition

Excellent, age appropriate signs of wear

Item Number

16477BKE

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