Chinese 9th Century Tang Dynasty Pair of Silver Gilt Cups Decor of Mythic Beast "SHELIH" - Chinese Domestic Leopard 



 

 




 

 

 

 

Origin :   China

Period & Style :  Circa 9th century, Tang dynasty 

Material :   Silver, gilt

Size & Weight :  H. 1.57 in. ( 4 cm )    D. 3.38 in. ( 8.6 cm )

Condition :  Good, no damages.

The gilt decor of mythical beast was called "SHELIH", the domestic leopard; widely seen in the Northern China during the ancient period.

 

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