Asian Art Auction

June 10, 2013

LOT 335

Lot 335

Limestone Carved Lion, Republican Period or Earlier

Limestone Carved Lion, Republican Period or Earlier
Lot 335 Details
Limestone Carved Lion, Republican Period or Earlier

In the Tang-style, the seated lion on top of a rectangular plinth with a ferocious expression and its mouth open to expose its teeth, curling whorls of hair forming its mane
height 20.1" — 51 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $1,920
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Limestone Carved Lion, Republican Period or Earlier
  • Limestone Carved Lion, Republican Period or Earlier
Note:

Used as a trophy for a local Lion’s Club.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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