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A CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF A QILIN
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A CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF A QILIN

19TH CENTURY

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A CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF A QILIN
19TH CENTURY
The beast with scaly body and long bushy tail carved in a crouching position above a double 'crashing waves' pedestal and with flames spewing from its mouth
6¼ in. (16 cm.) high
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Qilins, a Chinese mythical beast that is part dragon, lion and deer, are regarded as symbols of longevity and steadfastness. Emblematic of high official rank, these magnificant beasts are often used in Chinese art as wishes and blessings for a successful civil career and good governance by those in power.

Compare a similarly modelled pair of ivory qilins with ribbons emitting from open mouths, dated to the Ming dynasty, illustrated in A&J Speelman, London, 2006, Chinese Works of Art, pp. 60-1.