Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Glass Jewel Inlaid Qilin Foo Dog Lion Figure Carvings - a Pair

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A near pair of antique Southeast Asian Burmese jeweled parcel gilt wooden temple guardian figures. circa 1900

Hand carved in … Read more A near pair of antique Southeast Asian Burmese jeweled parcel gilt wooden temple guardian figures. circa 1900

Hand carved in Burma (present day Myanmar) in the late 19th / early 20th century, most likely the Mandalay region, each richly detailed and gilded, adorned with inset green colored mirrored cut glass mosaic inlays, depicting mythical qilin / stylized lion temple guardian, rising on integral red lacquered platform base,

Dimensions: (approx)
Each: 7" Tall, 2.5" Wide, 4" Deep;

A charming pair of small highly decorative table sculptures / shelf statues, sure to add sophisticated antique character, whimsical elegance, warmth, and rich cultural interest to any space!

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