Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)Each finely modeled as a seated karashishi (Chinese lion dog) with large eyes, floppy ears, and baring teeth, the red tongue sticking out and resulting in an amusing expression. The creamy glaze is further treated with a variety of attractive glazes which run down the shishi’s body like wet paint. The curly manes and bushy tails are treated very well, appearing three-dimensional.HEIGHT each 35 cmCondition: Overall in very good condition with tiny losses to the tips of the curls.Provenance: Old German private collection.