California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Mar. 28, 2015  Mar. 28, 2015

 Lot # 5155 
A PAIR OF STONE CARVED BUDDHIST LIONS    清 石獅子一對


  • Dimension: Height: 17 in (43.2 cm)
  • Estimate From: $600
  • Estimate To: $800

Supported on square pedestal, each is carved seated on haunches, the tails flicked upwards, with one paw raised grasping brocade ball, denoting male, the other with a cub over front paw, denoting female. Both with head raised revealing menacing teeth below ruyi-shaped nose. Qing Dynasty period.