Chinese Carved Hardstone Recumbent Mythical Guardian Beast, Probably Ming-Early Qing Dynasty
Updated August 6, 2026
| Lot number | 0110 |
| Estimate | $800 - $1,200 |
| Opening bid | $400 |
| Auction | A Lifetime of Discovery |
| Date | August 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | A CUT ABOVE AUCTION |
| Location | WARWICK, New York |
Carved from mottled hardstone in the form of a recumbent mythical guardian beast with prominent eyes, a broad muzzle, tucked legs, and a tightly curled tail. A drilled aperture behind the head
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