Bronze Pair of Water-Drawing Mythical Beasts (Xishui Shou) With Gold Inlay - Green Patina Bronze Figurines on Bases

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A handsome pair of Chinese bronze figurines depicting mythical water-drawing beasts (吸水兽, "xishui shou"), each crouching upon a square carved … Read more A handsome pair of Chinese bronze figurines depicting mythical water-drawing beasts (吸水兽, "xishui shou"), each crouching upon a square carved base. The dark bronze bodies carry a beautiful aged green patina, accented by fine gold inlay (错金, "cuojin") scrollwork, with carved decoration across the bases — classic, refined metalwork with an antique character.

Mythical beasts are traditional symbols of protection and auspicious power in Chinese culture. These sturdy little guardians work beautifully as bookends, desk sculptures, or decorative accents on a shelf, console, or mantel in traditional, Asian, or eclectic interiors.

Sold as a matching pair, solid and substantial.

Materials: Bronze with gold inlay (cuojin)
Dimensions (each): Height 20 cm (approx. 7.9 in) | Width 8 cm (approx. 3.1 in) | Pair weight 1400 g (approx. 3.1 lbs)

- Sold as a matching pair
- Green patina bronze with gold inlay (cuojin)
- Crouching beast on carved square base
- Solid construction
- Ready to display See less