Antique 19th c. Chinese Gilt & Polychrome Bronze Foo Dog (Guardian Lion) Statue

Antique 19th c. Chinese Gilt & Polychrome Bronze Foo Dog (Guardian Lion) Statue

Dimension: 9.5 x 5 x 3.5 inches (24.13 x 12.7 x 8.89cm)

This is an impressive Chinese bronze foo dog (guardian lion) statue, dating to the late Qing Dynasty to early Republic period (late 19th to early 20th century). It embodies the rich tradition of Chinese bronze craftsmanship and symbolic decorative art.

Key Features:

• Bronze, Gilt & Polychrome Decoration: The statue is cast from solid bronze, giving it a substantial weight. The surface is decorated with gilt (gold leaf) and polychrome enamel in red, black, and green, showing natural age-related wear to the gilt and paint that reveals a beautiful patina.

• Condition: In excellent antique condition, with the solid bronze structure intact. The gilt and polychrome decoration shows natural, stable wear consistent with its age, and there are no major repairs or damage.