Figure / qilin

Description

Figure of a qilin (mythical creature of good omen) in bronze, resting on its hind legs with its head turned back: China, Qing Dynasty, 19th century AD

Museum reference

A.1994.916

Collection

Decorative and Applied Art

Object name

Figure / qilin

Production information

China, East Asia

Date

19th century

Style / Culture

Qing Dynasty, Chinese (Manchu)

Materials

Bronze

Physical description

Bronze

Exhibitions

• Looking East: The Lady Ivy Wu Gallery (29 Jul 2011 - 08 Jun 2014)
  National Museum of Scotland