Japanese Cast Bronze Lion Dog Shishi Width:600mm

$840.00

In stock

Circa

1910-1920

Material

Bronze

Japanese Cast Bronze Lion Dog Shishi. Shishi is translated as “lion” but it can also refer to a deer or dog with magical properties and the power to repel evil spirits. A pair of shishi traditionally stand guard outside the gates of Japanese Shinto Shrine or Buddhist Temple.

In good condition.

The size is D:220mm x W:600mm x H:470mm and the Weight is 11.180 Kgs