Description
Scaled and horned, with the muscular coiled energy of creatures that exist between the earthly and the mythological, this pair of Chinese guardian statues brings together two of the most potent symbols in Chinese decorative tradition, the Qilin and the Pixiu, in a single matched set.
The Qilin is a chimeric creature from Chinese mythology, combining the scales of a dragon, the hooves of a deer, and the body of a lion, traditionally associated with good omens and the arrival of a great leader. The Pixiu is a winged lion-like creature believed to attract and retain wealth, making it a popular subject in decorative arts intended for the home or office. This pair is modelled in resin with hand-coloured detail, capturing the key features of each creature with reasonable fidelity to the traditional iconography. Sold as a matched pair, each statue is in good condition with no chips or damage noted.
- Style: Chinese mythological guardian statues (Qilin and Pixiu)
- Material: Resin with hand-coloured detail
- Dimensions: 12 cm (H) x 14 cm (W) each
- Condition: Good
- Features: Dragon-scaled body forms, hand-coloured detail, sold as a matched pair
- Period: 20th century
- SKU: SKU-00258
A decorative pair for collectors of Chinese mythological figures or Oriental decorative arts. Pairs naturally with the Chinese Red Cinnabar-Style Resin Foo Dog Figurines (SKU-00259) and the wider Oriental collection.
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