Vintage Mexican Folk Art Lion Candleholder Chinese brass dog I find myself thinking of

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Vintage Mexican Folk Art Lion Candleholder Chinese brass dog I find myself thinking ofI found this Mexican folk art lion candleholder along with a donkey, listed separately, with which it makes a terrific pair. I just can't resist these when I come across them as I find them 100% cheer inducing, and like to imagine a festive table lit by a whole menagerie. They also make me think of friendship, with the little wire legged birds on either side riding along for company. 4 3 16" t x 4 1 4" l x 2 3 8" w. The candleholder is sized for a