Bronze Screen Stand in shape of Tiger devouring a Deer

Detail

This 3-piece-set screen stands were unearthed in 1977 from the tomb of King Cuo, in Pingshan County of Hebei. It’s 51cm long and in shape of a tiger with a deer in mouth. The deer’s long legs give the whole structure the best support and balance. Its elaborated design and Its gold-silver inlaid craftsmanship made it one of the most dazzling ware in the Warring States Period.