Name: Proud Japanese Antique (Late 19thc) Bronze of a Temple Guardian Lion
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1116426
Price: 225 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 20 May 2025 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

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Description

Handsome Japanese antique (late 19thC) bronze of a seated temple guardian lion. Signed. 17cm wide x 9cm deep x 18.5cm high, weight 2.5kg.

Excellent condition and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Bronze Temple Lion to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

18.5cm (7.28")

Width

17cm (6.69")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1116426

Dealers Internal Reference

AD1042

Description

Handsome Japanese antique (late 19thC) bronze of a seated temple guardian lion. Signed. 17cm wide x 9cm deep x 18.5cm high, weight 2.5kg.

Excellent condition and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Bronze Temple Lion to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

18.5cm (7.28")

Width

17cm (6.69")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1116426

Dealers Internal Ref

AD1042

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United Kingdom

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ObjectSculptures and Figures
Period19th century
StyleMeiji Period Japanese
MaterialBronze
ColourDark Bronze
MotifsStylised mane curls, Open mouth expression, Muscular stance, Swirling tail
SizeH 18.5 cm (7 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Temple guardian lions, known as shishi or komainu in Japan, traditionally stand guard at the entrances of shrines and temples to ward off evil spirits.

These pieces were typically crafted using the traditional lost-wax casting method, often utilizing a copper alloy commonly referred to in the West as bronze, finished with chemical patination.

Authenticity is generally determined by weight, the depth and quality of the hand-chiselled surface details, natural patination, and occasional maker marks or signatures found on the underside.

Display the object as a focal point on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table, allowing its aged metallic tone to contrast against neutral modern surfaces.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners, which can strip the historic patina.