Pair of Chinese famille verte porcelain Buddhist shishi lions or foo dogs, Kangxi period. Each modeled seated atop pierced rectangular pedestals, with their…

Pair of Chinese famille verte porcelain Buddhist shishi lions or foo dogs, Kangxi period. Each modeled seated atop pierced rectangular pedestals, with their heads subtly inclined to the right or left. The lioness with a cub by her side, and the male lion with his paw positioned atop a pierced ball. Executed in vibrant green, blue, yellow, and aubergine enamel. Provenance: Bonhams, London, "Fine Asian Art," 13 June 2002, Lot 48; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff. (Each) Height:

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