157 - CHINA, late 19th-early 20th century

CHINA, late 19th-early 20th century Wooden sculpture Taking the form of a standing qilin, the horse's body covered in scales, the head of fierce-looking dragons, the mouth wide open revealing two rows of fangs and a pointed tongue, supporting on its back a cartouche of auspicious characters and a receptacle. Height: 45.5 cm Width: 38 cm