A Pair of Art Deco Style Painted Iron Shishi Lions
A Pair of Art Deco Style Painted Iron Shishi Lions
early 20th century, a pair of painted iron Japanese shishi lions in an Art Deco style, seated regally facing forward with mouths open, stylized curls to the mane and tail, raised visible backbone, front legs in abstract rounded inverted curve, hollow to interior with holes to bottom of each, no visible signatures or marks.
9 1/4 in.
Private Collection, Sea Island, Georgia
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: One with possible restoration to front leg and chest area; minor nicks to edges.
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A Pair of Art Deco Style Painted Iron Shishi Lions
early 20th century, a pair of painted iron Japanese shishi lions in an Art Deco style, seated regally facing forward with mouths open, stylized curls to the mane and tail, raised visible backbone, front legs in abstract rounded inverted curve, hollow to interior with holes to bottom of each, no visible signatures or marks.
9 1/4 in.
Private Collection, Sea Island, Georgia
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: One with possible restoration to front leg and chest area; minor nicks to edges.
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