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Qing Dynasty, Couple of Glazed Majolica Foo Dogs
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful pair of ornaments in the shape of foo dogs, protectors of the home and the world. One
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Qing Dynasty, Couple of Glazed Majolica Foo Dogs
Qing Dynasty, Couple of Glazed Majolica Foo Dogs

Qing Dynasty, Couple of Glazed Majolica Foo Dogs

H 12.6 in W 3.94 in D 4.73 in
Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs These oversized
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20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

H 27.5 in W 16.75 in D 10.25 in
Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs
Located in Dublin, IE
the Majolica style green, yellow and aubergine glaze. Chinese Foo Dogs Imperial guardian lions
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs
Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs

Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs

H 43 in W 19.25 in D 23.75 in
Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
known as Foo Dogs. Decorated in the Majolica style bright green and yellow toned overglaze polychrome
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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
Chinese Export Style Large Scale Green Teracotta Pottery Jars With Foo Dogs - 2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of large scale Chinese Export style terracotta green glazed jars. The lids have foo
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Export Style Large Scale Green Teracotta Pottery Jars With Foo Dogs - 2
Chinese Export Style Large Scale Green Teracotta Pottery Jars With Foo Dogs - 2

Chinese Export Style Large Scale Green Teracotta Pottery Jars With Foo Dogs - 2

H 16.5 in Dm 13 in

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Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A charming near pair of Chinese green glazed foo lion joss stick holders, late 19th century, China. The delightful foo lions, also referred to as foo dogs, crafted as joss (incens...
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H 10 in W 4 in D 5 in
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H 24 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Chinese Coromandel Red Lacquer 12-Panel Figural and Landscape Screen. Circa 1840
Located in Hollywood, SC
Chinese Coromandel figural red lacquer 12-panel screen depicting pagoda and landscape scenes, decorative gilt floral border panels, gilt carved lower panels, and reverse side depicti...
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Chinese Coromandel Red Lacquer 12-Panel Figural and Landscape Screen. Circa 1840
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H 113 in W 222 in D 1.25 in
Pair Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs
Located in Houston, TX
Copper base cloisonné Fu Dogs made for Chinese export with gilded, mane, ears and accents. This pair from 1910s or earlier.
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Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

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Pair Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs
Pair Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs

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H 14.75 in W 12.5 in D 7 in
Extensive Assembled Meissen Blue and White Bird Model Dinner Service, circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
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Extensive Assembled Meissen Blue and White Bird Model Dinner Service, circa 1890
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H 1 in Dm 10 in
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Located in Troy, NY
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H 38 in W 36 in D 21 in
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H 13 in W 8.67 in D 2.76 in
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Pair of Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Roof Tiles
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H 13 in W 4.5 in D 9 in
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Located in London, GB
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Two Late Qing Dynasty Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Bronze Vases
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H 6.5 in W 7.75 in D 4 in
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Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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Located in Rio Vista, CA
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Located in New York, NY
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Pair of Hollywood Regency Italian Majolica Foo Dogs
Pair of Hollywood Regency Italian Majolica Foo Dogs

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H 28 in W 19 in D 13 in
Large Pair of Majolica Foo Dogs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
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Large Pair of Majolica Foo Dogs

Large Pair of Majolica Foo Dogs

H 27.5 in W 14.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s
Located in Hastings, GB
An outstanding pair of glazed terracotta Italian Majolica Foo Dogs. Dating to the 1950's and
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Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s
Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s

Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s

H 35.44 in W 14.18 in D 16.54 in
Pair of Early 20th Century Majolica Foo Dogs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large Chinese foo dogs, produced within the early 20th century period, each in colorfully
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Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Pair of Early 20th Century Majolica Foo Dogs
Pair of Early 20th Century Majolica Foo Dogs

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H 29 in W 25 in D 12 in
Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

H 27.5 in W 16.75 in D 10.25 in
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Located in Kennesaw, GA
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H 28 in W 18 in D 12 in
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H 16 in W 14 in D 5 in
Opposing Pair of Italian Ceramic Glazed Foo Dogs on Bases Manner Ugo Zaccagnini
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H 21 in W 19 in D 10 in
Rare Pair of Royal Worcester Majolica Candlesticks, circa 1870
By Royal Worcester
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
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Rare Pair of Royal Worcester Majolica Candlesticks, circa 1870

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H 9.06 in W 7.49 in D 4.24 in
Majolica Foo Dogs, Pair
Located in Raleigh, NC
These enchanting and colorful foos are painted and glazed in yellow and green with delightful
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Questions About Majolica Foo Dogs
  • What are foo dogs made of?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditional foo dogs, also known as fu dogs and lion dogs, are made from stone. Foo dogs are traditional Chinese ornaments believed to be guardians of the home, with pairs being displayed at the entrances. Shop a wide selection of authentic foo dogs through 1stDibs.
  • Is a foo dog a lion?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, foo dogs are lions. Foo dogs are believed to be Chinese guardian lions and are typically made of stone. Foo dogs are often displayed in pairs outside of entrances to act as guardians for the home. Shop a selection of foo dogs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the meaning of foo dogs?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What the meaning of foo dog artwork is largely comes down to personal interpretation. Traditionally, the figures, also called guardian lions, represent protection, success, wealth and good fortune. Because they originate from China, the lion-dog hybrid creatures sometimes symbolize Chinese culture. On 1stDibs, find a variety of foo dog artwork.
  • What do Chinese foo dogs represent?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese foo dogs are called “shishi” in China, which translates to “stone lion”. Shishi were traditionally placed in pairs outside of palaces, offices, temples and bridges to protect the home from evil spirits. Browse a selection of antique foo dog sculptures on 1stDibs.

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