Asian Art

August 2025, 2022
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LOT 265

Lot 265

A Pair of Large Ming-Style Marble Buddhist Lions, Mid 20th Century

A Pair of Large Ming-Style Marble Buddhist Lions, Mid 20th Century
Lot 265 Details
A Pair of Large Ming-Style Marble Buddhist Lions, Mid 20th Century

建国初期 仿明汉白玉石狮一对

The female lion with its left paw resting on a playful cub, the male lion with its right paw resting on a ball
each 24 x 9.4 x 13.4 in — 61 x 24 x 34 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Pair of Large Ming-Style Marble Buddhist Lions, Mid 20th Century
  • A Pair of Large Ming-Style Marble Buddhist Lions, Mid 20th Century

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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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