A Dehua Blanc de Chine Buddhist lion with incense-stick holder
The lion is seated on a hexagonal pedestal with a forepaw resting on a brocade ball. These lions have been produced in many different versions from late Ming dynasty and onwards. For me, they are very difficult to date. I believe this one dates to 19th Century.
Period: Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
Size: Height 17.7 cm
Condition: Repair to the tail, minor chip to one ear, a few firing cracks, otherwise in good condition
Provenance: From a Swedish private collection
SKU: 52
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