Dimensions: 8 5/8 x 4 7/8 in; weight 1798 g

This bronze gilt-silver tiger sculpture presents a powerful and expressive interpretation of one of the most revered animals in Chinese artistic traditions. The crouching tiger is rendered with muscular contours and alert posture, conveying vitality, strength, and restrained movement. Gilt and silver inlay details enrich the bronze surface with texture and decorative contrast, enhancing the sculpture's visual depth and ceremonial character. Tiger imagery has long symbolized courage, protection, and authority, making works of this nature especially admired as auspicious and protective objects. The balance between naturalistic modeling and ornamental refinement gives the sculpture a commanding yet elegant presence.