A Cantonese joss stick holder modelled as a recumbent Buddhistic lion
18th century
A Cantonese joss stick holder modelled as a recumbent Buddhistic lion 18th century

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A Cantonese joss stick holder modelled as a recumbent Buddhistic lion
18th century
the beast with its head turned sharply to its left, the iron red body reserved in gilt simulating the fur, the holder decorated in famille rose enamels and gilt with bands of lotus and stiff leaves -- 6in. (15.2cms) long, (end of tail and one ear chipped off).
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