Soapstone model of a Buddhistic lion and cubsChinese, 19th Centurythe open mouthed lion with front foot resting on a ball, with five lion cubs playing on its back, with carved hardwood stand, 19cm long x 11cm high, excluding stand.One of the lion's fangs is chipped off halfway, further very minor losses and wear commensurate with the age. The stand has some minor chips.