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Pair of Two Headed Dragons, Buddhist Temple Sculpture browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Korean:Sculpture: Pre 1900: item # 906352 Please refer to our stock # 0389 when inquiring.
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| Wood Pair of Two Headed Dragons, Korean Buddhist Temple Architectural Sculpture (Byeoljihwa) rendered in beautiful colors typical of the Korean palette. Yellow is the color of the chief dragon in Korean mythology. The dragon is a symbol of authority that dispels evil spirits. These dragons carry the cintamani (Korean: Yuh Yi Joo) wish-granting pearl in their mouths. In the Dancheong painting method used in Korean temple design, each color was applied by a different artist. This pair would have adorned the top of the wooden frame for a very large bronze temple bell. A splendid pair of Korean Dragons and a wonderful example of Korean Buddhist Temple architectural sculpture and painting. Width: 32.25 inches, 82 cm; Height: 9 inches, 23 cm. | ||
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