Large Chinese Foo Lions
Title: Large Chinese Foo Lions
Date/Period: XIX Century
Dimension: 36 x 36 x 92 cm.
Materials: White Marble
Additional Information: "Lions of Foo" couple of sculptures carved in white marble, China, Qing Dynasty S. XIX. These mythical animals are guardians who are represented in pairs, with one or both front legs resting on an era. They usually protect the entrance to temples and tombs to anoint demons and other evil spirits. They are animals, a symbol of energy and courage. When they keep the entrance to a sacred space, couples are represented. The male holds an orb under his paw and the female holds a calf.
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Title: Large Chinese Foo Lions
Date/Period: XIX Century
Dimension: 36 x 36 x 92 cm.
Materials: White Marble
Additional Information: "Lions of Foo" couple of sculptures carved in white marble, China, Qing Dynasty S. XIX. These mythical animals are guardians who are represented in pairs, with one or both front legs resting on an era. They usually protect the entrance to temples and tombs to anoint demons and other evil spirits. They are animals, a symbol of energy and courage. When they keep the entrance to a sacred space, couples are represented. The male holds an orb under his paw and the female holds a calf.
Reserve: $4,760.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $952.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Spain
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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