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: INV5227
Price: 225.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£225.00

Inventory Code: INV5227

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

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV5227

Object: Male Foo Lion Incense Burner and Joss Stick Holder

Material: Glazed ceramic

Origin: China

Period: Qing Dynasty, Kangxi

Date: 1662-1722

Decoration: Male guardian lion with brocade ball, bamboo-form holder and green, yellow and brown glazes

Mark: Unmarked, later red inventory number to base

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 7.9 in / 20.0 cm

Width: 3.7 in / 9.5 cm

Depth: 2.0 in / 5.0 cm

CONDITION

FAIR (3/5) – One eye is missing, with chipped edges and losses, including chips around the upper joss stick holder, together with glaze wear, firing imperfections and general age-related surface wear. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

A striking Chinese ceramic male guardian lion incense burner and joss stick holder, modelled seated on a pierced rectangular pedestal and decorated in rich green, yellow and brown glazes. The male lion is identified by the pierced brocade ball positioned beneath his raised front paw, traditionally distinguishing him from the female companion with a cub. The expressive figure has an open mouth with prominent teeth, spiral curls and a long textured mane, with a tall bamboo-form receptacle rising behind the body. The pierced pedestal and strongly contrasting glazes give the piece an architectural and sculptural character. The corresponding female guardian lion with a cub is offered separately in another listing.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

Chinese guardian lions were traditionally displayed in male and female pairs, the male commonly shown with a brocade ball and the female with a cub. Ceramic versions incorporating receptacles could function as incense or joss stick holders while retaining the protective symbolism associated with guardian lions. The companion female figure is available separately.

NOTES

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