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The stylized lions are depicted as a pair, the male resting his right paw on a ball that represents authority …
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The stylized lions are depicted as a pair, the male resting his right paw on a ball that represents authority and the female resting her left paw on a cub representing nurture. They both have large pearls in their mouths representing the sacred breath. The animals are used for their protective benefits to ward off evil spirits.
4.5" wide 6.5" tall 2.875" deep, 1 lb each, carved wood, China, early 20th century
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- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 2.88ʺD × 6.5ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Maroon
- Condition Notes
- Overall condition consistent with age Overall condition consistent with age less
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