Lot 42
 
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Bronze
Each 21 in (53.3 cm) high (excluding wood base)


A magnificent pair of snarling Chinese lions cast in bronze with long protruding tongues, tails held high with richly scrolled manes and wings, standing on clawed feet. The chest and face are decorated with punched patterns.




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  Lot 42 of 109  

24-HOUR ONLINE AUCTION: ELEGANT DESIGN
25-26 MARCH 2014

Estimate
Rs 5,70,000 - 6,20,000
$9,665 - 10,510

RESERVE NOT MET





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Provenance: By repute, the Late Sir Dinshaw Petit of Petit Hall, 4th Baronet, Mumbai
An Important Private Collection, Mumbai

Accompanied by wooden bases




 



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