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39. A pair of buddhist lions China Yuan Dynasty, Circa 14th century stucco, pigment and gold Height: 8” x Length: 9 ¼” (20.5 x 23.5 cm)(approx.) |
The powerfully modelled lions with backs arched at an unseen foe have outstretched legs and fiercely expressive faces with open, fanged mouths. They have blue/green coats with white spots and with curling mane , each bearis a yellow lotus bud on an open green lily pad on his back. |