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Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

$2,800per set
£2,120.74per set
€2,435.60per set
CA$3,923.72per set
A$4,265.87per set
CHF 2,261.77per set
MX$51,136.97per set
NOK 28,745.93per set
SEK 26,335.18per set
DKK 18,203per set

About the Item

Pair of Asian Bronze and Inlaid Glass Foo Dogs or Kylin Dragon, probably Chinese, circa 1950s or earlier. They retain their warm original patina. These were purchased from the Manhattan estate of a Japanese American that traveled extensively through Asia in the 1940s-1960s purchasing antiques in China and Japan. Please see our other 1stdibs listings for other Asian antiques from the same estate.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good original condition. Various surface scratches, rubs, and wear commensurate with age and use. They retain their warm original patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU871828918232

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