Japanese Gilt and Glazed Shishi
Late 19th Century
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Description
Shishi, also known as Foo Dogs, have been revered through Asia for centuries as symbols of fortune and protection.
- Sold as a set of 2.
- A pair of lions each with their foot on a pierced ball with gilt coats and accented with red glaze.
- Unmarked.
Provenance
Sotheby's New York , Fine Japanese Works of Art , Nov 17, 1987.
Condition Report
Revive
Fair
Good
Very GoodLike New
Minor restorations and chips.
Dimensions
Height: 13.75 inches / 34.92 cm
Width: 8 inches / 20.32 cm
Depth: 14 inches / 35.56 cm
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
Decorative Style
Asian Decorative Arts
Country of Origin
Japan
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