Chinese Han Dynasty gilt bronze Qilin. The bronze crafted unto a popular motif shows the Qilin relax seating on its four legs, facing forward. The surface decorated with gilt and bronze in archaic Chinese motifs running along its form, showing the composition is magnificent and the brilliant colors are a feast for the eye. Preciously displayed upon a carved display stand with details carved in relief, surround covered by light turquoise-blue colored silk with auspicious motifs pattern. All set in the hardwood lidded box. Dimensions: 1-3/8" H x 2-3/4" W Stand: 1-4" H Box: 4-1/2" H x 5-1/4" W