20th century AD. A bronze incense burner formed with the body of a standing lion with openwork scrolled tendril detailing to the chest, flanks, hips and shoulders; a pair of hinge lugs adjacent to the rim of the neck-opening for attachment of a separate head; ribbed cuffs to the ankles. 1.48 kg total, 22.5cm wide (8 3/4"). London art market 1979. Property of a gentleman living in central London. [No Reserve]