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Chinese Fu Lion Candle Stand, c. 1850
$228
£173.77
€198.63
CA$320.78
A$351.41
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About the Item
Richly aged with wabi-sabi texture, this petite ceramic sculpture is a 19th-century Chinese candle stand molded in the shape of a mythical fu lion. Also known as a shizi or fu dog, the mythical lion offers protection from misfortune and is a benevolent guardian of the home. Likely used within an altar display for ancestor worship, the rustic candle stand has an elevated dish for a single candle and is finished in a dark glaze with subtle iridescence.
- Dimensions:Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Ceramic,Glazed
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- Date of Manufacture:c. 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: YUN0366B1stDibs: LU820048063882
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