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‘Chinese lion’

Netsuke, unsigned1770/1800

Bristol Museums

Bristol Museums
United Kingdom

Just as your dog might keep guard by the front door, statues of Buddhist lions can be seen across Japan in pairs outside temple and shrine entrances.

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  • Title: ‘Chinese lion’
  • Creator: Netsuke, unsigned
  • Date Created: 1770/1800
  • Physical Dimensions: w 4.4 cm (across base)
  • Type: Netsuke
  • Rights: ©Bristol Museums, Galleries and Archives
  • Medium: Mammoth ivory
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