Handcarved and handpainted dragon head (kara shi-shi) capping a dragon-body float for the Chinese New Year festival. Painted in traditional colors of black and red with large white teeth and a shock of hair. Circa 1900.

Condition: Good. Some wear to the paint. Wear commensurate with age and use.
Dimensions: 18 inches wide x 13 inches deep x 10 inches high
Weight: 9 pounds