Blue stone auspicious beast (drum-shaped gate pier)
Ming Dynasty Style Bluestone Auspicious Beast (Drum-Shaped Door Pier) Dimensions: Height 79 cm, Width 22 cm, Thickness 41 cm. A pair of lions, each weighing approximately 280 catties, are depicted in a crouching posture. Their faces are rugged, their manes curly, and their limbs strong and powerful. These piers are believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. The main body of the pier is carved with a "fish transforming into a dragon" motif, with a dragon's head and fish body, and clearly defined scales, symbolizing "promotion" and "transformation." This signifies family prosperity and a bright future, while also representing protection against water and fire. The center of the pier is carved with auspicious deer and qilin patterns, surrounded by drum nail patterns, symbolizing harmony, peace, stability, and a thriving family. Combined with the fish and dragon motif, it serves both protective and auspicious functions. The surface bears natural weathering patina and signs of age. The overall shape is solid and heavy, simple and grand, exuding a dignified and stable aura, showcasing the solemnity of these auspicious guardian beasts. Provenance:Private collection from a professor in University of Cambridge. We warmly invite collectors, colleagues, and friends to join us for our auctions and look forward to sharing these remarkable objects with you. We accept wire transfer and card payment in various currencies including USD GBP EUR CHF CAD AUD etc. Convenient in house shipments for both domestic and international buyers are available upon request.
[ translate ]Ming Dynasty Style Bluestone Auspicious Beast (Drum-Shaped Door Pier) Dimensions: Height 79 cm, Width 22 cm, Thickness 41 cm. A pair of lions, each weighing approximately 280 catties, are depicted in a crouching posture. Their faces are rugged, their manes curly, and their limbs strong and powerful. These piers are believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. The main body of the pier is carved with a "fish transforming into a dragon" motif, with a dragon's head and fish body, and clearly defined scales, symbolizing "promotion" and "transformation." This signifies family prosperity and a bright future, while also representing protection against water and fire. The center of the pier is carved with auspicious deer and qilin patterns, surrounded by drum nail patterns, symbolizing harmony, peace, stability, and a thriving family. Combined with the fish and dragon motif, it serves both protective and auspicious functions. The surface bears natural weathering patina and signs of age. The overall shape is solid and heavy, simple and grand, exuding a dignified and stable aura, showcasing the solemnity of these auspicious guardian beasts. Provenance:Private collection from a professor in University of Cambridge. We warmly invite collectors, colleagues, and friends to join us for our auctions and look forward to sharing these remarkable objects with you. We accept wire transfer and card payment in various currencies including USD GBP EUR CHF CAD AUD etc. Convenient in house shipments for both domestic and international buyers are available upon request.
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