John J. Gredler Works of Art
19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure
$1,800.00
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John J. Gredler Works of Art
19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure
19th century, or possibly earlier, seated bronze chimera, cast as a ferocious scaled beast seated in a defensive crouch with its head facing forward as it opens its mouth in a roar exposing the tongue, and the ears shown among backswept horns. The chimera seated on an integral base. A wonderful small sculpture that exudes a lot of presence.
A very appealing warm, coppery patina.
Guardian figures and mythical beasts, like the seated creature here, intended to safeguard the home, were often depicted with fierce features designed to intimidate.
8.75" h x 3.5" w x 4" d