A magnificent benevolent Chinese Kylin of impressive size and style. Kylin(Kirin)Foo and Shi are my specialties in Chinese antiques, check my listings for wonderful sculpture
See Sothebys archives for this fellows cousin in turquoise who sold for more than $8,000.00 in Hong Kong!
This adorable benevolent imp is about 11 1/2" tall,to the top of his horn, and his body is about 5". Wonderful rich cobalt blue glaze on Shiwan (Shekwan) stoneware body. Please note the incredible details such as teeth, body detail and spikey tail. he is signed on one foot or paw...
Dimesnions: Height 11 1/2"
Asian Antiques Asian Decorative Arts
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