Qilin (Chimera) and Rider (2 pieces)
Title
Qilin (Chimera) and Rider (2 pieces)
Date
1800-1894
Content Genre
figurines
Subject
qilin
Notes
A rider sits astride a qilin, a mythical beast that is part dragon, part deer. The beast's mane is curled in waves; it lifts its muzzle towards the rider. The rider is holding an object in one hand -- perhaps a peach or a jewel. Flames and spotted markings are engraved on the beast.
Place of Origin
East Asia
Material
bronze (metal)
Measurements
9 x 4 x 10 inches
Contributor
Turner, William Patillo (Purchaser) ; Candler, Warren Akin (Funder)
Collection
Repository
Oxford College Library (Oxford, Ga.)
Rights
There are no known copyright restrictions on this item. This online reproduction has been made available for individual viewing and reference for educational purposes only, such as personal study, preparation for teaching and research.
Citation
“Qilin (Chimera) and Rider (2 pieces),” East Asia, accessed April 26, 2025, https://eastasia.digitalscholarship.emory.edu/items/show/151.