Lot 137
  • 137

A pair of carved and gilded lacquered Chinese Lions late 19th century

Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 160cm. high, 73cm. wide, 1m. deep; 5ft. 3in., 2ft. 4¾in., 3ft. 3½in.
on plinths

Condition

Generally in good condition. The gilding is attractively worn all-over. There are some chips and losses consistent with age and use. Both have age cracks throughout to the body of the lions and also to the plinths.
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