Lot Essay
Miniature hounds such as the present lot closely copied the larger models, and were probably used as toys.
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QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)
Details
AN UNUSUAL CHINESE EXPORT MINIATURE HOUND
QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)
The seated hound modelled looking slightly to the left with its mouth open, its body covered overall with iron-red and sepia spots
2¾ in. (7 cm.) high
QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)
The seated hound modelled looking slightly to the left with its mouth open, its body covered overall with iron-red and sepia spots
2¾ in. (7 cm.) high
Provenance
Christie's London, 19 June 2001, lot 401.
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