Door Knocker
Alternate TitleDoor Pull
CultureChinese
DateMing dynasty (1368-1644)
MediumBronze with gilt traces
DimensionsOverall: 8 7/8 × 7 × 3 inches (22.54 × 17.78 × 7.62 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-813/1
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DescriptionLion with curly mane, eyebrows, bulbous snout, puffed cheeks, bared teeth, holding bronze pull in mouth; dark brown patina, traces of gilding.
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