mythical beast

kylin

figure; cast from lead; figure depicts a mythical japanese creature, likely a 'kirin'; figure has a horse like body with hooves and a long tail and mane; the head of the figure looks like a representation of a japanese dragon with a beard, long snout, sharp teeth, and wild eyes; the figure is free standing with 3 of its hooves touching the ground and its front left leg tucked under its body; figure was cast in multiple pieces with evident joins in the figures legs and back;

20859 (ethnology)

M1365 (miscellaneous)

Applied Arts and Design