{"product_id":"antiek-paar-monumentale-chinese-tempelleeuwen-vuurverguld-brons-19e-eeuw","title":"Antique Pair of Monumental Chinese Temple Lions – Fire-Gilded Bronze – 19th Century","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #fff; background-color: #1a2e1a; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #b08d57; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #b08d57; border-bottom: 2px solid #b08d57; padding-bottom: 10px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003e\nAntique Pair of Chinese Temple Lions – Fire-Gilded Bronze (ca. 1880–1910)\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\nA rare and imposing pair of bronze Guardian Lions, 40 cm tall. This museum-worthy set is crafted in heavy fire-gilded bronze and displays the characteristic features of the late Qing Dynasty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; color: #fff; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57; width: 30%;\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e19th century (Late Qing \/ Early Republic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eHeight: 40 cm | Width: 37 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e7 kg each (14 kg total)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMercury Gilded with UV-confirmed gold traces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eExpertise \u0026 Authenticity Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThis pair of \u003cstrong\u003eFoo Dogs\u003c\/strong\u003e bears witness to superior craftsmanship. The inside of the muzzle displays the rough, authentic casting structure of the lost-wax method, including an anatomically correct chiseled tongue. Crucial evidence of history is the \u003cstrong\u003enatural salt deposition\u003c\/strong\u003e (mineral crystallization) in the deeper parts of the bronze. This build-up spanning decades is an irrefutable sign of authentic aging and a maritime past. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.5); margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003eSymbolism \u0026 Placement by 1stBuddha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eMale vs. Female Lion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\nThe male lion (right) holds the embroidery ball, which symbolizes authority and worldly power. The female lion (left) cherishes her cub, which represents the protection of the family and offspring. Together, they form the ultimate Feng Shui guardian for an exclusive residence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57156970611019,"sku":"205","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-tempelleeuwen-brons-vuurverguld-19e-eeuw.jpg?v=1777477152","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/antique-pair-monumental-chinese-temple-lions-fire-gilded-bronze-19th-century","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}