Here we have a rare ancient Chinese Song to Jin Dynasty (960 to 1234AD) Ding Yao Lion Pillow.

This extraordinary piece is intact without repair displaying beautifully

The headrest molded with floriate symmetrical designs atop two seated lions mouths open with incised decorations to their bodies. The white glaze with an ivory colored tone across the whole.

It measures approximately 4 3/4" tall by 7 7/8" wide by 4 7/8" (120mm x 200mm x 124mm).

This is an exceedingly rare ancient Chinese pillow which would make an ideal choice as part of a collection of fine Chinese Art.

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