Bidspirit auction | White jade ‘Lion’ figurine, Qing

White jade ‘Lion’ figurine, Qing dynasty - Jade of a soft milky hue, showing the image of a sturdy lion reclining on its thick outstretched paws ending in sharp claws. The head is tilted to one side, with a broad muzzle, deep-set eyes and wide jaws that delicately bite into the long, bushy tail. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later. Size: 3.2 x 7.6 x 4.5 cm Weight: 171.5 g Provenance: - Current private collection, London, United Kingdom.