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Lot 2023
A Pair of Chinese Cloisonné and Gilt Foo Lions
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Circa 1900, two foo lions seated with mouths open showing straight edge gilt teeth and a tongue, the aqua blue ground with polychrome enamels in scrolling and cloud patterns over the body, with thin gilt tails that fan out to fluffy ends above the back, holes under the two front feet.

4 3/4 x 5 x 2 1/2 in.

Some minor wear, especially around eyes; one tail has been re-soldered to body.