Late Ming Dynasty (ca. 1640) - Incense burner - Exceptional Large Seated Shishi/Foo Lion Incense Burner - Porcelain - Plum Blossom and Bamboo

A lovely and very large thickly potted antique Chinese porcelain Blanc de Chine sculpture, to be used as incense on the scholars table, depicting seated lion withholding a brocade ball (depicting the world, the male version) and ribbons. Executed in a nice monochrome finely crackled white glaze. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China, Dehua kilns in the Fujian province, during the late Ming dynasty, Chongzhen period (ca. 1640). On the bottom a nicely sculpted high raised base decorated with Plum Blossom, and Bamboo in the corners, showing age and material. Guaranteed original and of the stated period.

This very rare model let's you insert the incense on the hole under the tail, the smoke will circle nicely out of it's open mouth.

Height: 32,5 centimeter

Condition: The object is in overall good condition, small defects on the teeth, manes and adornments. No restorations.

Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand.

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