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Pair of 1950s Indian Handcarved Sandstone Main Door Guard Lions
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of 1950s Indian handcarved sandstone main door guard lions.
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Vintage 1950s Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Pair of 1950s Indian Handcarved Sandstone Main Door Guard Lions
Pair of 1950s Indian Handcarved Sandstone Main Door Guard Lions

Pair of 1950s Indian Handcarved Sandstone Main Door Guard Lions

H 20.48 in W 33.86 in D 13.78 in
Antique Signed D.W. Guarding Lion 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Antique one-of-a-kind Lion guarding diamond ring hand crafted in 14k yellow & black gold to show
Category

Vintage 1910s Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Signed D.W. Guarding Lion 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring
Antique Signed D.W. Guarding Lion 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring

Antique Signed D.W. Guarding Lion 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring

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Pair of Silvered Brass Anglo Indian Lion Sculptures Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of silvered brass Anglo Indian guarding lion sculptures or bookends.  
Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Anglo-Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Pair of Silvered Brass Anglo Indian Lion Sculptures Bookends
Pair of Silvered Brass Anglo Indian Lion Sculptures Bookends

Pair of Silvered Brass Anglo Indian Lion Sculptures Bookends

H 13 in W 20 in D 6 in
Pair Bronze Lion Gatekeeper Statues Guard Casting Lions
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an impressive pair of large English bronze lion gatekeeper statues. I hope the
Category

Vintage 1980s Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair Bronze Lion Gatekeeper Statues Guard Casting Lions
Pair Bronze Lion Gatekeeper Statues Guard Casting Lions

Pair Bronze Lion Gatekeeper Statues Guard Casting Lions

H 32 in W 18 in D 24 in
English 19th Century Red Spirit Barrel with Gilt Motifs Made into a Table Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
protection, while the bottom part is adorned with guarding lions, surrounding the brass spigot. The ensemble
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

English 19th Century Red Spirit Barrel with Gilt Motifs Made into a Table Lamp
English 19th Century Red Spirit Barrel with Gilt Motifs Made into a Table Lamp

English 19th Century Red Spirit Barrel with Gilt Motifs Made into a Table Lamp

H 17 in Dm 7 in
Scottish Brass Highlander Royalty Guard Doorstop, Circa 1840
Located in Hollywood, SC
Scottish brass Highlander Royalty Guard doorstop dressed in full military attire standing on a step
Category

Antique 1840s Scottish George IV Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Scottish Brass Highlander Royalty Guard Doorstop, Circa 1840
Scottish Brass Highlander Royalty Guard Doorstop, Circa 1840

Scottish Brass Highlander Royalty Guard Doorstop, Circa 1840

H 13 in W 9.5 in D 4 in
Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture
Located in Oakland, CA
the reason you can find sculptures of lions guarding structures from the ancient Ishtar Gates of
Category

1930s Art Deco Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture
Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture

Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture, 1930s

H 17 in W 24 in D 5 in
Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture
Located in Oakland, CA
reason you can find sculptures of lions guarding structures from the ancient Ishtar Gates of Babylonia to
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture
Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture

Bronze Art Deco Lion Sculpture

H 17 in W 24 in D 5 in
Seated Cast Stone Lion with Shield
Located in Sheffield, MA
The French cast stone seated cast stone figural lion with its paw on the shield once represented
Category

Early 20th Century English Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

Seated Cast Stone Lion with Shield
Seated Cast Stone Lion with Shield

Seated Cast Stone Lion with Shield

H 16.5 in W 6.75 in D 9.5 in
Brass Foo Dog Lion Statue on Plinth
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Ornate brass foo dog (or lion) sits on his plinth ready to guard and bring good luck. Intricate
Category

Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Brass Foo Dog Lion Statue on Plinth
Brass Foo Dog Lion Statue on Plinth

Brass Foo Dog Lion Statue on Plinth

H 8.5 in W 11 in D 7 in
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Lion Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s Chanel gold toned lion chain bracelet featuring four lion heads adorned with seven CC logos
Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Bracelets

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Lion Bracelet
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Lion Bracelet

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Lion Bracelet

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L 7.88 in
19th Century Brass and Iron Lion Andirons
Located in San Diego, CA
brass lions, a symbol of regal strength, rest a top the andirons projecting a guarding image of strength
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Brass and Iron Lion Andirons
19th Century Brass and Iron Lion Andirons

19th Century Brass and Iron Lion Andirons

H 29 in W 14.5 in D 9 in
Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of extraordinary 26" wide, 63 lb, heavy cast bronze Foo Dog lions. Each modeled on its side
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb
Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb

Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb

H 16.5 in W 26 in D 17 in
Pair French Griffin Lion Architectural Giltwood Boiserie Panels
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Spectacular pair of Griffin (lion) motif French architectural 23k giltwood Boiserie relief mirrored
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Antique 1850s French Sculptures

Materials

Gesso, Mirror, Giltwood

Pair French Griffin Lion Architectural Giltwood Boiserie Panels
Pair French Griffin Lion Architectural Giltwood Boiserie Panels

Pair French Griffin Lion Architectural Giltwood Boiserie Panels

H 26.75 in W 50 in D 2.5 in
Pair Bronze Lions Monumental Cat Statues Gatekeepers Medici
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Absolutely stunning pair of giant bronze lions Measures: 6.5 feet - 198cm - head to toe so
Category

Vintage 1980s Statues

Materials

Bronze

Pair Bronze Lions Monumental Cat Statues Gatekeepers Medici
Pair Bronze Lions Monumental Cat Statues Gatekeepers Medici

Pair Bronze Lions Monumental Cat Statues Gatekeepers Medici

H 56 in W 33 in D 78 in
Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.
Located in Stamford, CT
common to see a pair of theses mythical lions guarding the gate of a Thai Buddhist temple. The Singha
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Late 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.
Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.

Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.

H 36 in W 15 in D 20 in
19th Century Pair of French Painted & Glazed Terracotta Lions
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Mid-19th century pair of French painted and glazed terracotta lions grasping oval Fleur De Lis
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Pair of French Painted & Glazed Terracotta Lions
19th Century Pair of French Painted & Glazed Terracotta Lions

19th Century Pair of French Painted & Glazed Terracotta Lions

H 31 in W 11.5 in D 23 in
Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the XIX century Elegant lions of the Quing Dynasty carved in
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century
Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century

Pair of Chinese Marble Lions from the 19th Century

H 13.78 in W 36.62 in D 10.63 in
Reclaimed Pair of Monumental Stone Lions on their own Plinth
Located in Ware, GB
on London's Bishops Avenue the lions offer a very attractive addition to guard the external grounds
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Antique 19th Century English Statues

Materials

Stone, Marble

Reclaimed Pair of Monumental Stone Lions on their own Plinth
Reclaimed Pair of Monumental Stone Lions on their own Plinth

Reclaimed Pair of Monumental Stone Lions on their own Plinth

H 82.29 in W 23.82 in D 41.34 in
Rare Pair of bronze statues of French Lions, 1800s
Located in Milano, IT
nothing short of astonishing, with every sinew of the majestic lions' bodies meticulously chiseled and
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Antique Early 1800s French Neoclassical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Rare Pair of bronze statues of French Lions, 1800s
Rare Pair of bronze statues of French Lions, 1800s

Rare Pair of bronze statues of French Lions, 1800s

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H 4.34 in W 9.06 in D 2.76 in
Japan Large Antique Stone Joyful Temple Lion, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan a tall early antique stone temple mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dog Lion also known as Komainu
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

Japan Large Antique Stone Joyful Temple Lion, 19th Century
Japan Large Antique Stone Joyful Temple Lion, 19th Century

Japan Large Antique Stone Joyful Temple Lion, 19th Century

H 23 in W 10 in D 16 in
Pair of Large Glazed Terra Cotta Lions or Foo Dogs
Located in Bradenton, FL
lion statutes, circa early 20th century. Glazed in green, yellow and red with slight difference
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Terracotta

Pair of Large Glazed Terra Cotta Lions or Foo Dogs
Pair of Large Glazed Terra Cotta Lions or Foo Dogs

Pair of Large Glazed Terra Cotta Lions or Foo Dogs

H 39 in W 26 in D 16 in
16th Century Pair of Gilt Lion Figures from Germany Nuremberg
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning pair of 16th century stylophore lions, cast and gilt bronze figurative sculptures from
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Antique 16th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

16th Century Pair of Gilt Lion Figures from Germany Nuremberg
16th Century Pair of Gilt Lion Figures from Germany Nuremberg

16th Century Pair of Gilt Lion Figures from Germany Nuremberg

H 3.15 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in
19th century Chinese bronze cencer with Buddhist lion decoration circa 1860
Located in Central England, GB
lion statues after native dogs for guarding their temples and palaces, as nobody in ancient China had
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

19th century Chinese bronze cencer with Buddhist lion decoration circa 1860
19th century Chinese bronze cencer with Buddhist lion decoration circa 1860

19th century Chinese bronze cencer with Buddhist lion decoration circa 1860

H 19.69 in W 11.42 in D 7.88 in
19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen
By Bertel Thorvaldsen
Located in Stamford, CT
'The Lion of Lucerne' also known as 'The Dying Lion'. This rendition is a faithful reproduction of
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Serpentine

19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen
19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen

19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen

H 15 in W 29 in D 11 in
Antique couple Huge & Powerful Lion Sculpture Vicenza Stone, 19th Century Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient and very large couple of lion sculpture, carved by hand in Vicenza stone, was placed in an
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Antique couple Huge & Powerful Lion Sculpture Vicenza Stone, 19th Century Italy
Antique couple Huge & Powerful Lion Sculpture Vicenza Stone, 19th Century Italy

Antique couple Huge & Powerful Lion Sculpture Vicenza Stone, 19th Century Italy

H 51.19 in W 24.41 in D 59.06 in
Large Black Forest Model of the Lion of Lucerne Dated 1867
By Bertel Thorvaldsen
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A large Black Forest model of the Lion of Lucerne dated 1867, after Bertel Thorvaldsen, carved from
Category

Antique 1860s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Black Forest Model of the Lion of Lucerne Dated 1867
Large Black Forest Model of the Lion of Lucerne Dated 1867

Large Black Forest Model of the Lion of Lucerne Dated 1867

H 18 in W 38 in D 20.5 in
2 Monumental Cast Bronze Verdigris Outdoor Lion Statues Entry Guardians Pair 44"
Located in Dayton, OH
Two large and impressive entry gate lion statues. This beautiful pair of left and right facing
Category

Early 20th Century Statues

Materials

Bronze

2 Monumental Cast Bronze Verdigris Outdoor Lion Statues Entry Guardians Pair 44"
2 Monumental Cast Bronze Verdigris Outdoor Lion Statues Entry Guardians Pair 44"

2 Monumental Cast Bronze Verdigris Outdoor Lion Statues Entry Guardians Pair 44"

H 40 in W 21 in D 44 in
Mid-20th Century Vintage Chinese Carved Marble Stone Lion/Foo Dog
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of magnificent Chinese Stone Lion Statuary. They are hand carved from marble stone
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Stone

Mid-20th Century Vintage Chinese Carved Marble Stone Lion/Foo Dog
Mid-20th Century Vintage Chinese Carved Marble Stone Lion/Foo Dog

Mid-20th Century Vintage Chinese Carved Marble Stone Lion/Foo Dog

H 21 in W 8 in D 11 in
Pair 18th C. Carved Marble Terracotta Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair 18th C. Carved Marble Terracotta Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues LA . Rare large Pair
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Statues

Materials

Stone, Marble

Pair 18th C. Carved Marble Terracotta Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues LA
Pair 18th C. Carved Marble Terracotta Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues LA

Pair 18th C. Carved Marble Terracotta Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues LA

H 44.5 in W 16 in D 20 in
Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of very regal seated Majolica lions, a white glaze over a terracotta base, great condition
Category

Mid-20th Century Other Art Style Sculptures

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta, Glaze

Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures
Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures

Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures, 1960

H 29 in W 11 in D 23 in
Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of very regal seated Majolica lions, a white glaze over a terracotta base, great condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian British Colonial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures
Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures

Facing Pair of Early to Mid-20th Century Regal, Majolica Lion Figures

H 29.5 in W 11 in D 23 in
Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Quartz Ceramic Lion Pendant Charm
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
single diamond. Lions have been used as the symbol for guarding temples & homes for ages. Looks great on
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 24k Gold

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Quartz Ceramic Lion Pendant Charm
Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Quartz Ceramic Lion Pendant Charm

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Quartz Ceramic Lion Pendant Charm

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W 0.2 in L 0.87 in
Rare heavy 24 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Lion Face Replica Coin Pendant Charm
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
/ Ancient Lion's Face anchored at the bottom with a single diamond. Lions have been used as the symbol for
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare heavy 24 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Lion Face Replica Coin Pendant Charm
Rare heavy 24 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Lion Face Replica Coin Pendant Charm

Rare heavy 24 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Lion Face Replica Coin Pendant Charm

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W 0.32 in L 0.87 in
Set of Four 19th Century Regency Carved Ebonized & Gilt Lions Head Wall Lights
Located in Southall, GB
lions are stand guard at the base of Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square. If you walk past Number 10
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Giltwood

Set of Four 19th Century Regency Carved Ebonized & Gilt Lions Head Wall Lights
Set of Four 19th Century Regency Carved Ebonized & Gilt Lions Head Wall Lights

Set of Four 19th Century Regency Carved Ebonized & Gilt Lions Head Wall Lights

H 16.93 in W 14.18 in D 8.67 in
Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A large pair of unique and very decorative 20th century ceramic Imperial Guardian Lions, commonly
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Paint

Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions
Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions

Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions

H 43.31 in W 16.54 in D 20.87 in
Sublime Vintage Hand Cavred Wooden Plaque & Documents of the Lion of Lucerne
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand carved wall plaque of The Lion of Lucerne and
Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Sublime Vintage Hand Cavred Wooden Plaque & Documents of the Lion of Lucerne
Sublime Vintage Hand Cavred Wooden Plaque & Documents of the Lion of Lucerne

Sublime Vintage Hand Cavred Wooden Plaque & Documents of the Lion of Lucerne

H 6.11 in W 8.08 in D 0.99 in
Rare Pair French Retour D'egypt Terracotta Lions Sculptures Statues Los Angeles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exceptional fine and rare pair of French Retour D'egypt period terracotta lions, circa 1790-1810
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Statues

Materials

Terracotta

Rare Pair French Retour D'egypt Terracotta Lions Sculptures Statues Los Angeles
Rare Pair French Retour D'egypt Terracotta Lions Sculptures Statues Los Angeles

Rare Pair French Retour D'egypt Terracotta Lions Sculptures Statues Los Angeles

H 24 in W 44.5 in D 21.5 in
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
Located in London, GB
Chinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural
Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

H 11.42 in W 20.48 in D 7.49 in
Griffin Head, Italy, 16th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
stand) The griffin is a legendary creature with the body of a lion, the head and wings of an eagle
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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Griffin Head, Italy, 16th Century
Griffin Head, Italy, 16th Century

Griffin Head, Italy, 16th Century

H 7.88 in W 11.42 in D 8.27 in
19th century griffin in gilded iron on a gothic wooden pedestal (Germany)
Located in Oostende, BE
A griffin is a mythical creature, half eagle, half lion. The griffins used to guard the gold of the
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Antique 19th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th century griffin in gilded iron on a gothic wooden pedestal (Germany)
19th century griffin in gilded iron on a gothic wooden pedestal (Germany)

19th century griffin in gilded iron on a gothic wooden pedestal (Germany)

H 36.23 in W 13.39 in D 18.51 in
Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog
Located in Sheridan, CO
Large Chinese Foo lion. Predominantly green glaze with golden yellow detail attributed to Tang
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Antique 1820s Chinese Tang Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog
Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog

Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog

H 31.5 in W 16 in D 18 in
A Magnificent French Cast Iron Balcony, now converted to console.
Located in Atlanta, GA
in Paris, with trilage sides, female images, lions and laurel guards, now turned into console. The
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Antique 1880s French Louis XIV Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

A Magnificent French Cast Iron Balcony, now converted to console.
A Magnificent French Cast Iron Balcony, now converted to console.

A Magnificent French Cast Iron Balcony, now converted to console.

H 40.5 in W 108 in D 30 in
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs
Located in Stamford, CT
garden or entrance to your home or garden. Foo Dogs also known as Guardian Lions symbolize prosperity
Category

Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs

H 16 in W 14 in D 8 in
Antique Japanese Incense Burner with Iron in 1920s Taisho Era
Located in Paris, FR
This incense burner was made in 1920s (Taisho era) in Japan. On the top, there is a Komainu (Lions
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Taisho Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Incense Burner with Iron in 1920s Taisho Era
Antique Japanese Incense Burner with Iron in 1920s Taisho Era

Antique Japanese Incense Burner with Iron in 1920s Taisho Era

H 5.52 in W 5.12 in D 4.34 in
Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues
Located in Palm Springs, CA
lion dogs or foo dogs. In Chinese culture, two lions are placed in front of a building to guard its
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Vintage 1940s Thai Bohemian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wool

Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues
Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues

Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues

H 50 in W 20 in D 33 in
Japan medallions tsuba Tanaka school Edo period
Located in PARIS, FR
of a dragon with gold highlights and a komainu (or shishi – lion dog guarding the temple). On the
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Antique Mid-18th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Iron

Japan medallions tsuba Tanaka school Edo period
Japan medallions tsuba Tanaka school Edo period

Japan medallions tsuba Tanaka school Edo period

H 0.2 in W 3.15 in D 3.35 in
Large Pair of Bronze Lionized Shih Tzus Foo Dogs 20th Century Asian Sculptures
Located in Atlanta, GA
as the Imperial Guardian Lions, the name foo (or fu) dog, is widely used in Western culture, but they
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of Bronze Lionized Shih Tzus Foo Dogs 20th Century Asian Sculptures
Large Pair of Bronze Lionized Shih Tzus Foo Dogs 20th Century Asian Sculptures

Large Pair of Bronze Lionized Shih Tzus Foo Dogs 20th Century Asian Sculptures

H 11.5 in W 7 in D 10.5 in
23.9 Carat Opal, Pink Yellow Sapphire, Diamond Fish 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
cabochon in the eye. High detailing, some secret story on the back part of the brooch. Lion fish guards
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Opal, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, 1...

23.9 Carat Opal, Pink Yellow Sapphire, Diamond Fish 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
23.9 Carat Opal, Pink Yellow Sapphire, Diamond Fish 18 Karat White Gold Brooch

23.9 Carat Opal, Pink Yellow Sapphire, Diamond Fish 18 Karat White Gold Brooch

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W 2.17 in D 0.67 in L 2.92 in
1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs
Located in Lomita, CA
. The lid of the jar features a foo dog, also known as a "Chinese guardian lion" or "lion of Buddha
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs
1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs

1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs

H 23 in W 13 in D 13 in
Carved Marble Fu Dog Panels
Located in Chicago, IL
. The female fu dog (or fu lion) guards her pup while the male toys with a ball, which represents the
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Carved Marble Fu Dog Panels
Carved Marble Fu Dog Panels

Carved Marble Fu Dog Panels

H 35 in W 23 in D 8 in
Pair Large French Griffin Architectural Giltwood Statues
Located in Palm Springs, CA
of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and sometimes an eagle's talons as its front feet. Because
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Antique 1870s French Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Pair Large French Griffin Architectural Giltwood Statues
Pair Large French Griffin Architectural Giltwood Statues

Pair Large French Griffin Architectural Giltwood Statues

H 24 in W 6 in D 13 in
Pair of Chinese Shizi Hong Ginger Jars
Located in Chicago, IL
lions are natural protectors. Sculptures of these fearsome animals have stood guard in front of imperial
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Shizi Hong Ginger Jars
Pair of Chinese Shizi Hong Ginger Jars

Pair of Chinese Shizi Hong Ginger Jars

H 18.25 in Dm 13.75 in
18th Century Country French Walnut Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
guards and drawer pulls. Supported by scrolled legs flanking the undulating apron fitted with a cast
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Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

18th Century Country French Walnut Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
18th Century Country French Walnut Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers

18th Century Country French Walnut Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers

H 37.5 in W 49 in D 23.5 in
19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Buffet ~ Server
Located in Dallas, TX
glorifying the hunt, starting with a stag sculpted in exquisite realism. A pair of mythical gryffins guard
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Sideboards

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Buffet ~ Server
19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Buffet ~ Server

19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Buffet ~ Server

H 73 in W 49 in D 21 in
Large Fiberglass Winged Griffin or Gryphon
Located in Stamford, CT
a lion, head and wings of an eagle and the eagles talons as its front feet. Because the lion was
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2010s American Statues

Materials

Fiberglass

Large Fiberglass Winged Griffin or Gryphon
Large Fiberglass Winged Griffin or Gryphon

Large Fiberglass Winged Griffin or Gryphon

H 44 in W 48 in D 22 in
Chinese Guardian Fu Dog Ink Stone, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Hunkered down on his drum perch, a fu dog jealousy guards the pool where a calligrapher once
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Guardian Fu Dog Ink Stone, c. 1800
Chinese Guardian Fu Dog Ink Stone, c. 1800

Chinese Guardian Fu Dog Ink Stone, c. 1800

H 3 in Dm 3.25 in
Exquisite Pair! Frederick Cooper Chinoiserie Ormolu Table Lamps! Brass Porcelain
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Peoria, AZ
a decorator's dream! Gorgeous floral motif and Ormolu accents. Four Chinese Lions guard the owner
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Exquisite Pair! Frederick Cooper Chinoiserie Ormolu Table Lamps! Brass Porcelain
Exquisite Pair! Frederick Cooper Chinoiserie Ormolu Table Lamps! Brass Porcelain

Exquisite Pair! Frederick Cooper Chinoiserie Ormolu Table Lamps! Brass Porcelain

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H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
with the aforementioned brass pulls as well as finely cast key guards, all in solid brass. Around the
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers

Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers

H 36 in W 49 in D 21 in
Ash and Walnut Roke Side Table, Modern End Table / Nightstand with one Drawer
By Arid
Located in Albuquerque, NM
carefully designed for beauty and strength. Like a statue of a lion guarding the door to a museum the Roke
Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Ash

Ash and Walnut Roke Side Table, Modern End Table / Nightstand with one Drawer
Ash and Walnut Roke Side Table, Modern End Table / Nightstand with one Drawer

Ash and Walnut Roke Side Table, Modern End Table / Nightstand with one Drawer

H 22 in W 16 in D 16 in
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Guard Lions For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of guard lions is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, ceramic and wood, all guard lions available were constructed with great care. Guard lions have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Guard lions made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Guard lions have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Bertel Thorvaldsen, Europa Antiques and Faberhama are consistently popular.

How Much are Guard Lions?

Prices for guard lions start at $274 and top out at $296,000 with the average selling for $4,680.

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