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Rare Chinese Wood Dragon Eating Tail, Early 19th C

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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Architectural Elements: Pre 1900: item # 918213

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Rare Chinese Wood Dragon Eating Tail, Early 19th C
Extremely rare architectural element comprising a well sculpted water dragon eating his own tail. This was most likely attached to a corner buttress in a wealthy home. This unusual item is both fun and historically intriguing and dates to the early 1800's. It would have at one time been painted in an array of many colors and its intent and purpose was most likely a guardian and protector of the home. Measures 10.75" high, 10" wide, and 9" ear to ear.


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