Chinese Foo Lion Incense Burner Joss Stick Holder Biscuit Qing Kangxi 1662-1722

Name: Chinese Foo Lion Incense Burner Joss Stick Holder Biscuit Qing Kangxi 1662-1722
SKU: INV5226
Price: 225.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£225.00

Inventory Code: INV5226

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Chinese Foo Lion Incense Burner Joss Stick Holder Biscuit Qing Kangxi 1662-1722

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV5226

Object: Female Foo Lion Incense Burner and Joss Stick Holder

Material: Glazed ceramic

Origin: China

Period: Qing Dynasty, Kangxi

Date: 1662-1722

Decoration: Female guardian lion with climbing cub, bamboo-form holder and green, yellow and brown glazes

Mark: Unmarked, later red inventory number 144 to base

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 7.9 in / 20.0 cm

Width: 3.5 in / 9.0 cm

Depth: 1.8 in / 4.5 cm

CONDITION

FAIR/RESTORED (2/5) – The top of the joss stick holder has been restored. One eye is missing, several teeth are chipped, and there are additional age-related chips, losses, glaze wear, firing imperfections and surface crazing. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

A striking Chinese ceramic female guardian lion incense burner and joss stick holder, standing on a pierced rectangular pedestal and decorated in rich green, yellow and brown glazes. The female lion is identified by the small cub climbing against her front leg, a traditional motif associated with protection and nurture. The vigorously modelled figure has an open mouth, prominent teeth, spiral curls and a tall bamboo-form receptacle rising behind the body. The elaborate pierced pedestal continues the three-colour palette and gives the figure a strong architectural presence. A corresponding male guardian lion with a ball is offered separately in another listing.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

Chinese guardian lions were traditionally displayed as male and female pairs, with the female commonly represented with a cub and the male with a brocade ball. Ceramic examples incorporating receptacles could serve as incense or joss stick holders, combining auspicious symbolism with a practical ceremonial function. The companion male figure is available separately.

NOTES

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