Asian Foo Dog Lion Metal Box / Container- Hand Crafted - made in Thailand
It's a myth that the ancient Chinese had never seen an actual lion when they created their Imperial guardian lion sculptures (often called “foo dogs” or “foo lions” in the West). Asiatic lions were introduced to the Chinese during the Han Dynasty (206 B.C.-220 A.D.) through Silk Road trade with Central and Southwest Asia, sometimes even as live pets for the emperor. These noble and majestic cats were, in fact, the inspiration for these guardian sculptures.
Not sure of the metal ! if it's bronze, it's a silver color on the inside golden on the outside beautiful hammered detail .
It's a light in weight
7.5" long 5" wide 6" tall
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Product code: Asian top Foo Dog Lion Metal Box / Container- Hand Crafted - made in Thailand