An old Chinese silver, enamelled and jewelled kylin, finely…
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An old Chinese silver, enamelled and jewelled Kylin, finely worked and of large form with upstanding wings finely wireworker, the scales to the body detailed with blue enamel, turquoise beads enrich all, on hardwood stand with fine wire inlay, minor damage. 21 cm x 8 cm x 23 cm

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  • Kylin or Qilin - A kylin or qilin is a mythical Chinese animal, dating back to the 5th century with the head of a dragon, the body of a deer and the tail of a lion. It is a regarded as a good omen bringing serenity and prosperity, and is said to appear with the coming or departure of a wise sage or illustrious ruler.

    It is also part of the culture of Korea and Japan.

    As well as being represented in bronze and jade, it is also used as a decorative motif on ceramics.

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