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Pair of Large Bronze Temple Lions
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Pair of Large Bronze Temple Lions

1900 - 1920
Description

Superb pair of Bhuddist temple Singha or guardian lions, probably Thai, early 20th.c. Good large size and very well cast in bronze with excellent detail to the faces and mane. Very good condition.

Weight 12kg each.

Width: 10.5" (26.5 cm)

Height: 23.5" (59.5 cm)

Depth: 11.5" (29 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
59.5cm (23.43")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Collinge Antiques has dated this Bronze Temple Lion Pair to the 1920s.

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SA1170642
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38094
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Description
Superb pair of Bhuddist temple Singha or guardian lions, probably Thai, early 20th.c. Good large size and very well cast in bronze with excellent detail to the faces and mane. Very good condition.

Weight 12kg each.

Width: 10.5" (26.5 cm)

Height: 23.5" (59.5 cm)

Depth: 11.5" (29 cm)

Height
59.5cm (23.43")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Collinge Antiques has dated this Bronze Temple Lion Pair to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1170642
Dealers Internal Ref
38094
Collinge Antiques
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A pair of upright cast dark bronze temple lion sculptures featuring stylised manes and detailed chest ornamentation.
Pair of Large Bronze Temple Lions
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Temple lions, often referred to as guardian lions, Foo dogs, Singha, or Chinthe, are traditional protective statues originating in East and Southeast Asia. They were historically placed outside temples, palaces, and official buildings to ward off harmful influences and symbolise power.

Historically, bronze temple lions were created using the lost-wax casting technique (cire perdue) or sand casting. These processes involved molten copper alloys poured into detailed moulds, followed by hand-chasing to refine surface textures before applying chemical patination.

Authentic bronze guardian lions display natural age wear, oxidisation, and irregular patination in crevices rather than uniform artificial colouring. Traditional hand-tool marks from chasing, heavy cast metal weight, and evidence of lost-wax casting seams on internal surfaces also indicate age.

Bronze temple lions are frequently styled in pairs as sculptural anchors on sideboards, consoles, or mantelpieces. Their dark tone and graphic silhouette provide architectural contrast against contemporary plaster walls or minimalist timber furniture.

Maintain patinated bronze by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth or microfibre brush. To protect the surface patina, apply a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax annually and buff gently, avoiding chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners.
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