Large Asian giltwood Buddhist Lion carving, 19th c., possibly China, gilt and polychromed carved wood, modeled as a mythical beast with elaborated decorated cloud-form mane and tail, likely an architectural element, mounted to custom black iron display stand, 13"h x 24"l x 9"w (carving), 17"h (total)

Provenance: A Private Collection: 30 East 81st Street, NYC

Good, losses where removed from original siting, areas of flaking and decoration loss, particularly on top of head and back of tail **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.