Preview
Medium
Ceramic
Height
6 1/2"
Width
3"
Depth
1 1/2"
Collection/Provenance
East Asian Room
Status
Stored: S01 Box 18
Location
UND Art Collections Repository
Additional Information
This is a set of Chinse Shisa, or Chinese Guardian Lions. The one on the left is a female since their paw is resting on the cub, representing the element of spirit. While the one on the right is a male with their paw resting on the ball, representing material elements. They are thought to protect buildings from harmful spiritual influences and harmful people.
Condition
Good
Condition Notes
Small chips on both statues in multiple places
Rights
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