Lion chinois (karashishi), M.C. 803

Dating in century: 19th century type(s) of object(s): sculpture, metal, metal arts, japan name(s): statuette materials and techniques: bronze place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: height: 26. 2cm length: 28cm width: 14cm description: chinese lion sitting on its hind legs the left front is raised. His menacing head is turned to the left. Bristly tail and back. 2 pieces. Mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: cernuschi, henri date of acquisition: 1896 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 803. Date: Unknown.