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Beautiful vintage Himalayan brass filigree Snow Lion (Foo Dog) censer. Handcrafted with traditional lost-wax casting, featuring fine metal wire work …
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Beautiful vintage Himalayan brass filigree Snow Lion (Foo Dog) censer. Handcrafted with traditional lost-wax casting, featuring fine metal wire work meticulously inlaid with turquoise-colored and coral-colored stones.
This two-piece figurine functions as an incense burner; the head removes to place a cone inside, allowing smoke to rise through the open mouth. Stands approximately 4.75" tall.
• Type: Incense Burner / Censer
• Animal Type: Foo Dog / Snow Lion / Guardian Lion
• Primary Material: Brass
• Region of Origin: Tibet / Nepal (Himalayan)
• Age: Post-1940 (Vintage Mid-Century)
• Height: Approx. 4.75 inches
This item comes from the private estate of a collector in Northern California.
Condition: Good vintage condition with excellent, highly complete stone inlay. Shows natural aged brass patina and tarnish. Minor cosmetic bend/wear to one horn piece on the head, consistent with age and hand-craftsmanship. Please review all photos for details.
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- Dimensions
- 4ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 4.75ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Coral
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Turquoise
- Condition Notes
- Good vintage condition with excellent, highly complete stone inlay. Good vintage condition with excellent, highly complete stone inlay. less
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