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Pair of Monumental Chinese Buddhist Lionesses

Offered by: Antiquario Villas and Cottages

Description
An oversized facing pair of ceramic pottery Fu Lionesses with cubs, dating from the last quarter of the 18th century Qing Dynasty; from the kilns of Chiuchow, a city in the eastern Guangdong province of China.

More Information

Customization Options:	This Fu pair may be non-invasively mounted as table lamps, without lessening their artifact value. Quotation for electrification and shades can be provided to a serious buyer
Origin:	China
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	glazed ceramic
Condition:	Good. Structurally original/undamaged, with glazing flaws on one lioness.
Creation Date:	circa 1780
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	203 JAOE
Incollect Reference #:	440111

Dimensions

W.	22 in;	H.	24 in;	D.	11 in;
W.	55.88 cm;	H.	60.96 cm;	D.	27.94 cm;

Message from Seller:

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