A few examples of appraisal values for
MANDALAY LION

• Dramatic Pair of Burmese
  Dramatic Pair of Burmese Cast-Bronze Temple Guardian Lions, each cast as standing foursquare lions with open mouths, flaming manes and elaborate breastplates, the bodies with green patina and gilded manes, breastplates and details, h. 28", l. 20".
• TIBETAN THANGKA DEPICTING
  TIBETAN THANGKA DEPICTING MANJUSRI ON SNOW LION Tibetan thangka depicting Manjusri on snow lion, 31" x 21".
• A Chinese Mottled Celadon and
  A Chinese Mottled Celadon and Russet Jade Buddhist Lion probably 18th c. the recumbent beast carved carrying a lingzhi spray in its mouth the stone with striated russet and black veins height 1 3/8 in. width 2 3/4 in.
• Thai. mythological guardian lion.
  Thai. mythological guardian lion. 19th century, painted and gilt wood. 15½ h × 6 w × 6¾ d in. estimate: $400–600.
• Mandala Thangka Tibetan, 19th
  Mandala Thangka Tibetan, 19th century, ink and pigment on cotton, Mahakala embracing his consort and encircled by animal-headed figures within a square enclosure framed by a lotus flower border, eight demons above and below, borders of contemporary fabric, 42-1/2 x 28 in., image 28-3/4 x 22-1/2,
• Chinese Cast-Bronze Figure of a
  Chinese Cast-Bronze Figure of a Male Buddhistic Lion, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), well cast as the figure of a male lion sitting on its haunches with one foot atop an openwork brocade ball, the head alert with open mouth and extended tongue, with a flaring ribbon and long ears, the ribbed backbone terminating in a flared tail, h. 10-3/4".
• Chinese-Tibetan thangka depicting
  Chinese-Tibetan thangka depicting Jambhalaseated on a lion with a rat in his left hand surrounded by eight small Buddha. Three character blessing on verso. 60''H x 51''W Circa - 19th C.
• TIBETAN POLYCHROME SNOW LION PLAQUE
  TIBETAN POLYCHROME SNOW LION PLAQUE Rising Lion with clenched fists and bared teeth, in heavy repoussed copper, 6 1/2" long.
• Chinese tileworks Buddhist lion
  Chinese tileworks Buddhist lion stand, glazed in turquoise, yellow, cream, the fierce beast restrained by a rope held by two warriors, cylindrical opening at its back, possibly Ming Dynasty, 29 x 28 x 15 in. Lacking sleeve for the opening at back, chips, losses, areas of retouch and repair.
• PAIR OF SINO-TIBETAN BRONZE
  PAIR OF SINO-TIBETAN BRONZE BUDDHISTIC LIONS WITH SEATED TARA WITHIN MANDALA ON THEIR BACKS, 19TH CENTURYPAIR OF SINO-TIBETAN BRONZE BUDDHISTIC LIONS WITH SEATED TARA WITHIN MANDALA ON THEIR BACKS, 19TH CENTURY, each beast standing foursquare on an openwork rectangular base, with a cylindrical spot on their backs with fitted seated Tara within a flame-form mandala, some areas of green patination (2) - h:8.25in.
• CHINESE IVORY RECUMBANT
  CHINESE IVORY RECUMBANT BUDDHISTIC LION AND CUB the elongated bitch carved with her young scampering all over her body with fitted hardwood stand - w:13 in.
• A Chinese Mottled Gray and Black
  A Chinese Mottled Gray and Black Nephrite Jade Figure of a Guardian Lion Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) carved resting on its side with its bushy tail curled toward its head with a pronounced ridged backbone full mane and flattened nose height 1 1/8 in. width 2 3/4 in.
• A Pair of Southeast Asian Bronze
  A Pair of Southeast Asian Bronze Lions depicted in opposing crouched stances raised on rectangular bases with lotus petal borders. Height 3 1/2 inches.
• A Burmese ivory figure of a
  A Burmese ivory figure of a seated Buddhist lion first half 20th century 6.5in.; fixed to a hardwood plinth Estimate ?100-150 Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?90
• A Chinese Celadon Jade Buddhist
  A Chinese Celadon Jade Buddhist Lion 19th c. carved reclining on its side with a ball beneath its forepaws and a lingzhi spray in its mouth having a distinct ridged backbone height 1 3/8 in. width 1 3/4 in.
• MONUMENTAL CARVED WOOD FOO LION
  MONUMENTAL CARVED WOOD FOO LION Thailand 20th century in seated pose. Height 62.75 inches.
• A famille rose Buddhist lion,
  A famille rose Buddhist lion, 19th Century, 10.25cm high
• A Pair of Large Ming-Style Marble
  A Pair of Large Ming-Style Marble Buddhist Lions, Mid 20th Century ???? ????????? ???? ?????????
• BURMESE PART-GILT TERRACOTTA BUDDHA
  BURMESE PART-GILT TERRACOTTA BUDDHA Mandalay, late 19th century, 4 3/8 in. H., with a stand.
• CHINESE BRONZE BUDDHISTIC LION
  CHINESE BRONZE BUDDHISTIC LION CENSER Ming dynasty the fierce beast standing foursquare with its head turned to one side its mouth open in a growl fully caparisioned with etched saddlecloth with reticulated scrolling foliate section detachable tail section gilt traces - h:11.75 in.
• A Chinese Bronze Figure of
  A Chinese Bronze Figure of Manjushri Atop a Lion probably Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) the 'Bodhisattva of Wisdom' modeled seated in a position of 'royal ease' lalitasana on a raised lotus dais atop the back of a lion his left foot resting on a lotus pod his left hand raised in abhaya mudra while his right hand is suspended above his lap in varada mudra bearing a serene down-turned expression and wearing a foliate crown surmounted by a seated Buddha a dhoti tied around his waist flowing scarves and multiple strings of beads his shoulders flanked by upright leafy lotus pods; the draped lion lying on a tiered rectangular pillow-form plinth hung with beads and lappets bearing a ferocious countenance open mouth and an upright "flaming" tail trace pigment and gilt throughout height 18 3/8 in. Provenance: New York Collection. Note: Manjushri is the Bodhisattva of Wisdom the advocate of knowledge as the path to enlightenment. He is often portrayed seated upon a ferocious lion whose roar is said to represent the voice of Buddhist Law; together Manjushri and the lion symbolize the powerful ability of wisdom to tame the mind. In the current lot Manjushri's left hand is raised in abhaya mudra a peace gesture believed to dispel fear in the beholder while the right hand loosely forms the varada mudra a gesture symbolic of compassion and sincerity. With a downcast gaze and serene contemplative countenance this Manjushri conveys a profound sense of compassion while the recumbent lion exudes a savage strength which has been tamed by the Bodhisattva's fearless wisdom.
• BRONZE FIGURAL OF MAN SLAYING
  BRONZE FIGURAL OF MAN SLAYING MOUNTAIN LIONBronze Figural Group of a Man Slaying Mountain Lion , after Hippolyte Moreau, signature inscribed and "6/1689/AL/A. Goldscheider./ED. Paris/Vrai Bronze" foundry stamp on self-base, h. 31 1/2 in., w. 13 1/2 in., d. 12 in Provenance: Estate of Arley D. Cathey II, El Dorado, AR, sold to benefit the University of Chicago.
• SINO-TIBETAN GILT BRONZE DEITY ON
  SINO-TIBETAN GILT BRONZE DEITY ON LIONSino-Tibetan parcel gilt bronze figure of a deity or guardian, elaborately detailed with snakes around his neck and a turquoise-studded crown, possibly one of the guards of King Dharmapala Pehar; depicted wearing a hat and riding a lion, atop an integral oval lotus base; copper bottom with stamped mark on underside. 7 1/4"H. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com) Condition: Some minor scattered oxidation, one turquoise stone missing. Overall good condition.
• SOUTHEAST ASIAN POLYCHROME LION
  SOUTHEAST ASIAN POLYCHROME LION MASQUE Southeast Asian polychromed carved lion masque, possibly Balinese. 14" H x 16" W Provenance: From the collection of Le Lieu and Malcolm Browne (American, 1931-2012), the photojournalist who took the 1963 award-winning photograph of the self-immolation of Buddhist Monk Thic Quang Duc (Vietnamese, 1893-1963).
• A Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of
  A Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Mahakala and Consort 18TH CENTURY ???? ?????????? the wrathful multi-armed deity depicted standing on an elephant, embracing his consort in his principle hands, all raised on a single lotus base, backed by a large flame-form mandala. Height 9 in., 22.8 cm Property from the Estate of W.M. Bogdanowicz, Madison, Wisconsin and Naples, Florida
• Thai painted and carved wood lion
  Thai painted and carved wood lion standing full figure with raised paw on base. H25'' W24'' Provenance: Atlanta Georgia private collection. Stress fractures to figure and base.
• 10TH C. INDIAN RAJASTHAN RELIEF
  10TH C. INDIAN RAJASTHAN RELIEF LION, ELEPHANT, CONSORT...South Asia, India, Rajasthan, ca. 10th to 13th century CE. A remarkable figural relief sculpture, meticulously carved from sandstone to depict a lion, an elephant, and a female consort. Posed as if climbing up the wall, the ferocious feline looks back over its shoulder to face left as the comparably petite elephant stands below it, wearing a slender headband and also gazing left. The sensual consort or apsara stands to the right, displaying a slender, scantily clad body with voluptuous breasts. She holds an object in both hands and gazes downward, her heavenly visage framed by elongated ears, bulbous earrings, and an elaborate coiffure, as collar necklaces adorn her chest. A special example from Rajasthan, in northeastern India, which has a unique artistic tradition that is rarely seen in Western collections. Size: 8.6" W x 17.4" H (21.8 cm x 44.2 cm); 20.2" H (51.3 cm) on included custom stand. Surviving ancient reliefs and carvings from monuments, religious sites, tombs, and palaces - being some of the most durable forms of art - inform us about the beliefs of ancient peoples throughout the world and human history. How remarkable that virtually all cultures have felt the need to express their creative sides in this vein. According to Pushkar Sohoni in "Old fights, new meanings: Lions and elephants in combat" (Res: Anthropology and aesthetics 2016/2017, vol. 67-68: 225-234 pp.), "For over a millennium in South Asia, the visual trope of a triumphant lion vanquishing one or several elephants has been common in architectural sculpture, both in the round and in relief... In the rather limited scholarship on this motif, diverse interpretations have been offered. Although its presence has remained fairly stable through time, there exist many minor variations on this motif, including the use of leonine creatures variously described as vyalas or yalis, and the incorporation of other fantastic creatures known popularly as makaras in such combats. In South India, the myth of the fantastic composite animal called the Sarabha takes this imagery yet further. Yet, the simple image of a lion victorious over one or more elephants was situated very strategically within certain architectural programs for given periods and places." Cf. Figures 1, 4, and 6 in Sohoni, Pushkar, "Old fights, new meanings: Lions and elephants in combat" (Res: Anthropology and aesthetics 2016/2017, vol. 67-68: 225-234 pp.). Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Earl Stendahl collection; ex-Alfred Stendahl collection, acquired from 1950s to 1960s; ex-London, United Kingdom collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #108990 Condition: Fragment of a larger piece. Weather worn with a few old losses to peripheries commensurate with age. Some expected nicks, chips, abrasions, and softening of detail, as shown. Otherwise, excellent with light earthen deposits throughout. Old collection number inscribed on verso.
• A White Jade Carving of a Lion
  A White Jade Carving of a Lion and Pup the recumbent lion depicted peering over the pup's scrolled tail and baring its teeth the two beasts encircling one another. Width 2 1/8 inches.
• CHINESE STONE BUDDHIST LION HEAD
  CHINESE STONE BUDDHIST LION HEAD FRAGMENT Possibly Ming or older, China, temple guardian in deep relief carved limestone, padded cloth lined box, approx. 9"h x 8"w x 5"d (stone)
• A Sino-Tibetan Thangka The painting
  A Sino-Tibetan Thangka The painting has been stitched with several textile borders overall apprx. 44" x 26" The central figure rides on the back of a snow lion (symbol of unconditional cheerfulness and body & mind synchronization) and holds a blue squirrel in his hand. Postured in front of a shrine he is surrounded by figures in various activities lotus blossoms and deities. No specific date.
• SINO-TIBETAN GILT BRONZE DEITY ON
  SINO-TIBETAN GILT BRONZE DEITY ON LIONSino-Tibetan parcel gilt bronze figure of a deity or guardian, elaborately detailed with snakes around his neck and a turquoise-studded crown, possibly one of the guards of King Dharmapala Pehar; depicted wearing a hat and riding a lion, atop an integral oval lotus base; copper bottom with stamped mark on underside. 7 1/4"H. 20th century. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com) Condition: Some minor scattered oxidation, one turquoise stone missing. Overall good condition.
• (3) BURMESE CARVED GILTWOOD
  (3) BURMESE CARVED GILTWOOD BUDDHIST MONKS Mandalay period (19th c.), red lacquered and gilt kneeling figures, inlaid mirrored and enamel decoration to robes, 15"h x 8.5"w x 13.25"d (largest), 11.75"h x 7.5"w x 11.5"d
• A Tibetan Silver Model of
  A Tibetan Silver Model of Mahakala the Buddhist protector depicted with three pairs of arms holding various articles and standing atop a figure with the head of an elephant and the body of a human set against a flame form aureola and raised upon a base with repetitive lappets having gilt decoration throughout. Height 3 1/2 inches.
• LARGE BRONZE FOO LION W/ MOUNTED
  LARGE BRONZE FOO LION W/ MOUNTED BUDDHALarge bronze foo lion with mounted Buddha figure, likely Tibetan or Nepalese, comprised of four assemblage pieces: (1) helmeted lion with inlaid eyes in a standing pose; (1) lotus palanquin; (1) seated Buddha; (1) mandorla arch; overall: approx 33"h, 14"w, 22"d; 50.25lbs total
• Carved Jade Buddhist Lion
  Carved Jade Buddhist Lion Chinese, 17th or 18th century, greenish-yellow with lavender spot on proper rear left leg, recumbent with head turned to right, finely etched lines indicating hair, 1-1/4 x 2 x 1-1/8 in.,
• PAIR OF CHINESE MARBLE BUDDHIST
  PAIR OF CHINESE MARBLE BUDDHIST LIONSPair of Chinese Marble Buddhist Lions , carved seated on their haunches on rectangular plinths, male with right forepaw resting on brocade ball, female with left forepaw resting on cub, h. 30 in., w. 12 1/2 in. and 11 1/2 in., d. 17 1/4 in