The William Oates Jeffery Collection - Netsuke, Ojime, and other Ivory Objects

Family of Three Shishi Chinese Lions

Collected in Japan

  circa 1935

dimensions:

 2" long x 1 3/4" deep x  1" high

Classic 18th century ivory netsuke depicting a family of three Shishi (Chinese Lions). Male stands guard while scratching at his ear.  Female leans lovingly over her cub.  Fearsome expressions. Faint traces of green pigment on male. Well carved with nice detail. A symbol of strength and familial loyalty.

SOLD

Two ( himotochi ) holes in bottom.

Unsigned.  

Very Good Condition with very minor wear from age and use.

Lovely mellow patina.

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