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Antique Chi Lin.  Classic Feng Shui.  Mythical Hooved Chimerical Creatures.  Qilin.  Kirin. Bronze. Brass.  China.

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    Absolutely NOTHING beats an antique pair of these creatures with the head of a dragon, body of a horse and scales of a carp fish.  The energy, the detail and the workmanship is spectacular!!   It is believed that if you look into the eyes of the… Continue reading

Nephrite Jade Pixiu Mythical Creature, China

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Detail:  Tested and confirmed to be true nephrite jade.  Shaped as a Pixiu which is a mythical creature representing wealth  . . .  and a voracious appetite for gold and silver.  Circa early 1900’s and from a Chinese jade dealer/collector in Maryland. Sorry, this item… Continue reading

Antique Silver Mythical Chinese Qilin Chop / Seal, China

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Detail:  I do not have a lot of details on this chop but it appears to be a silver and nickel composite.  I secured this from a Midwest antique dealer.  I think it is a Qilin, a mythical Chinese beast.  They are known as good omens.… Continue reading

Blue / White Porcelain Pixiu, China

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Detail: This Pixiu is a Chinese mythical hybrid creature that – according to stories – is able to draw wealth (especially gold and silver) to its owners. Acquired from one of our agents in Beijing. Circa mid-1900’s. Pristine condition.

Rare Pixiu in Jasper Stone, China

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Detail:  Mythical hybrid creature – also called Pi Yao – considered to be a powerful protector to practitioners of Feng Shui.  Also influences and protects wealth of its owner.  Jasper is a type of quartz. Sorry, this item has been sold.  CONTACT US for other items that have similar characteristics.
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