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Pair of 1950s Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s carved soapstone Foo dogs each one uniquely different.
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Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Pair of 1950s Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs
Pair of 1950s Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs

Pair of 1950s Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs

H 7.5 in W 3 in D 4.5 in
Mid 20th Century Carved Soapstone Sculptures Chocolate Colored Foo Dogs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Foo Dog sculptures in soapstone depicting mythical lion-like animals that are protectors
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Figurative Sculptures

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Soapstone

Mid 20th Century Carved Soapstone Sculptures Chocolate Colored Foo Dogs - Pair
Mid 20th Century Carved Soapstone Sculptures Chocolate Colored Foo Dogs - Pair

Mid 20th Century Carved Soapstone Sculptures Chocolate Colored Foo Dogs - Pair

H 5.75 in W 3.5 in D 2 in
20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a lovely 20C Chinese soapstone foo dog carving. Made in China in the early 20th
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving
20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

H 2.8 in W 4 in D 1.2 in
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

H 7.25 in W 3.75 in D 2.38 in
Chinese Soapstone Carved Vase as Table Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
ain intricately carved Chinese soapstone vase as custom table lamp with six (6) foo dogs chasing a
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

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Soapstone

Chinese Soapstone Carved Vase as Table Lamp
Chinese Soapstone Carved Vase as Table Lamp

Chinese Soapstone Carved Vase as Table Lamp

H 28 in W 14 in D 14 in
Pair of Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Soapstone Seals.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
soapstone Foo Dog seals. Beautiful sculptures of finely carved group of Foo Dogs topping a rectangular
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Soapstone

Pair of Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Soapstone Seals.
Pair of Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Soapstone Seals.

Pair of Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Soapstone Seals.

H 7.25 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dog Chop Seals
Located in Norwood, NJ
Pair of hard stone chop seals decorated with foo dogs. Two lines of calligraphy across the front
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dog Chop Seals
Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dog Chop Seals

Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dog Chop Seals

H 7.25 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Carved Teak Wood Chinese and Soapstone Stand
Located in Toledo, OH
Hand carved teak stand with soapstone top, circa 1930s. Details of foo dogs and grapes with paw
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Pedestals

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Teak

Carved Teak Wood Chinese and Soapstone Stand
Carved Teak Wood Chinese and Soapstone Stand

Carved Teak Wood Chinese and Soapstone Stand

H 23.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

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Tulip Vase, by Marcel Wanders, Delft Blue Hand-Painted, 2006, Unlimited Unique
By MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Tulip vase Big is available as an exclusive Personal Edition, Marcel's label carrying works of a more personal and experimental nature. The pieces of the Delft Blue series are unlimi...
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Ceramic

Tulip Vase, by Marcel Wanders, Delft Blue Hand-Painted, 2006, Unlimited Unique
Tulip Vase, by Marcel Wanders, Delft Blue Hand-Painted, 2006, Unlimited Unique

Tulip Vase, by Marcel Wanders, Delft Blue Hand-Painted, 2006, Unlimited Unique

H 13 in W 9.06 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of contemporary Chinese black marble left and right facing foo dogs guardian lions on rectangular bases. Created in China during the 21st century, this pair of black marble gu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions

H 25 in W 9.5 in D 12.25 in
Mid-Century Chinese Ming Style Lingerie / Storage / Jewelry Cabinets - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Ming style green and gilt storage cabinets. They are styled to mimic a chest or box on stand. The pair are in very good condition. The cabinets would make great sto...
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Mid-20th Century American Ming Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Chinese Ming Style Lingerie / Storage / Jewelry Cabinets - Pair
Mid-Century Chinese Ming Style Lingerie / Storage / Jewelry Cabinets - Pair

Mid-Century Chinese Ming Style Lingerie / Storage / Jewelry Cabinets - Pair

H 47.5 in W 28.5 in D 14.5 in
Antique French Turquoise Blue Glazed Foo Fu Dog Candlesticks or Lamp Bases
Located in Toronto, ON
A stunning pair of French antique foo fu dog candlesticks or lamp bases, glazed in a bright turquoise. This pair may be unwired and rewired for use as lamps, or used to hold candles....
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Early 20th Century French Candle Lamps

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Brass

Antique French Turquoise Blue Glazed Foo Fu Dog Candlesticks or Lamp Bases
Antique French Turquoise Blue Glazed Foo Fu Dog Candlesticks or Lamp Bases

Antique French Turquoise Blue Glazed Foo Fu Dog Candlesticks or Lamp Bases

H 7.5 in W 6 in D 3.5 in
Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export Case (Medium)
Located in Soquel, CA
Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export Case (Medium) This hardwood chest has brass hardware, including handles. It has a plaque on the top that would have bee...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Blanket Chests

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Brass

Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export Case (Medium)
Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export Case (Medium)

Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export Case (Medium)

H 12.5 in W 30 in D 15 in
Foo Dogs Chinese Sancai Architectural Roof Tiles
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Foo Dogs Chinese sancai architectural roof tiles in green and mustard / orange shades. Antique Chinese lion guardians (also known as "Foo Dog") statues are frequently seen in Chines...
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20th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

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Ceramic

Foo Dogs Chinese Sancai Architectural Roof Tiles
Foo Dogs Chinese Sancai Architectural Roof Tiles

Foo Dogs Chinese Sancai Architectural Roof Tiles

H 13.78 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in
Max Le Verrier Bookends Statues of Dog and Cat French Art Deco
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Oakland, CA
A pair of Art Deco figural bookends in the shape of a cat and bulldog by the French artist Max Le Verrier. These are silvered finish and arrived without the marble base. We were able...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Metal

Max Le Verrier Bookends Statues of Dog and Cat French Art Deco
Max Le Verrier Bookends Statues of Dog and Cat French Art Deco

Max Le Verrier Bookends Statues of Dog and Cat French Art Deco

H 5.3 in W 4.3 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Ming Style Ceramic Roof Tile Fragment, Nicely Mounted
Located in Milford, NH
A fine Chinese Ming style polychrome ceramic roof tile fragment of a warrior on a dragon with metal spear, nicely mounted to a custom solid acrylic stand. Probably dates to the 18th/...
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

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Ceramic

Chinese Ming Style Ceramic Roof Tile Fragment, Nicely Mounted
Chinese Ming Style Ceramic Roof Tile Fragment, Nicely Mounted

Chinese Ming Style Ceramic Roof Tile Fragment, Nicely Mounted

H 15.25 in W 14.5 in D 5.25 in
Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820
Located in Kenilworth, IL
This camphor wood trunk exhibits elegant figuring, brass hardware, and rests on an ebonized hardwood stand with hand carved detailing. China, made for the Western trade, circa 1820.
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820
Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820

Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820

H 17.5 in W 32.75 in D 17.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, rosewood carved foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and patina; makes a fun decor item in any room!
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Rosewood

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

H 6 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Carved Wood Painted Foo Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very large pair of Chinese carved wood foo dogs. Beautiful patina of worn painted finish.
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Pair of Carved Wood Painted Foo Dogs
Pair of Carved Wood Painted Foo Dogs

Pair of Carved Wood Painted Foo Dogs

H 36 in W 14 in D 21 in
19th Century, Chinese Chest on Stand
Located in Vista, CA
19th century, Chinese lacquered red chest-on-stand.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie More Asian Art, Objects and Fur...

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Wood

19th Century, Chinese Chest on Stand
19th Century, Chinese Chest on Stand

19th Century, Chinese Chest on Stand

H 23 in W 25 in D 17 in
Hickory Furniture Chippendale Style Flame Mahogany Serpentine Chest - Pair
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These Chinese Chippendale flame mahogany and satinwood banded serpentine chests are by Hickory Furniture. They have timeless elegance and are in very good condition They are marked.
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Brass

Hickory Furniture Chippendale Style Flame Mahogany Serpentine Chest - Pair
Hickory Furniture Chippendale Style Flame Mahogany Serpentine Chest - Pair

Hickory Furniture Chippendale Style Flame Mahogany Serpentine Chest - Pair

H 34 in W 50 in D 21 in
Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of small patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. Excellent vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measures 4.25" high x 2.5" deep x 3.5" w...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

H 4.25 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export R.B. Van Cleve, NY
Located in Soquel, CA
Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export Case (Medium) This hardwood chest has brass hardware, including handles. It has a brass plaque on the top that has been...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Blanket Chests

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Brass

Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export R.B. Van Cleve, NY
Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export R.B. Van Cleve, NY

Camphorwood Campaign Chest - Late 19th Century Chinese Export R.B. Van Cleve, NY

H 19.25 in W 42 in D 21 in
Asian Bronze Foo Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Asian Bronze Foo Dogs or Kylin Dragon, probably Tibetan, circa 1940s or earlier. They retain their warm original patina. These were purchased from the Manhattan estate of a J...
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Asian Bronze Foo Dogs

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Chinese Soapstone Carving Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing
Located in Nottingham, GB
A finely carved Chinese soapstone carving sculpture seal. Chinese Carved Soapstone Sculpture 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Chinese Soapstone Carving Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing
Chinese Soapstone Carving Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing

Chinese Soapstone Carving Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing

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Chinese Soapstone Signed Carving Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing
Located in Nottingham, GB
A finely carved Chinese soapstone carving sculpture seal. Chinese Carved Soapstone Sculpture 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Chinese Soapstone Signed Carving Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing
Chinese Soapstone Signed Carving Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing

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Chinese Soapstone Carving Signed Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing
Located in Nottingham, GB
A finely carved Chinese soapstone carving sculpture seal. Chinese Carved Soapstone Sculpture 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Chinese Soapstone Carving Signed Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing
Chinese Soapstone Carving Signed Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing

Chinese Soapstone Carving Signed Foo Dogs Desk Seal Sculpture 19th Century Qing

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H 1.58 in W 1.97 in D 5.52 in
Chinese Hand Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs, 19th Century Qing
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
of Foo Dogs at the top of the column. Each of the four vertical faces are also hand carved with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Chinese Hand Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs, 19th Century Qing
Chinese Hand Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs, 19th Century Qing

Chinese Hand Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs, 19th Century Qing

H 5.5 in W 2.32 in D 2.32 in
Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A nice pair of Chinese Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, carved Soapstone, early 20th century, circa 1920-1930s
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century
Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century

Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century

H 7.25 in W 4.5 in D 2.5 in
Opposing Pair of Chinese Soapstone Seals, Dogs of Foo, Bookends, 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an opposing pair of Chinese soapstone seals surmounted with hand carved 'dogs of Foo
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Opposing Pair of Chinese Soapstone Seals, Dogs of Foo, Bookends, 20th Century
Opposing Pair of Chinese Soapstone Seals, Dogs of Foo, Bookends, 20th Century

Opposing Pair of Chinese Soapstone Seals, Dogs of Foo, Bookends, 20th Century

H 6.7 in W 2.17 in D 2.17 in
Pair of Dyed Soapstone Foo Dogs
Located in Southfield, MI
Beautifully detailed pair of Chinese Foo Dogs rendered in green dyed soapstone, dating to the 1970
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Sculptures

Pair of Dyed Soapstone Foo Dogs
Pair of Dyed Soapstone Foo Dogs

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Soapstone Foo Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of soapstone foo dogs available for sale. Each of these unique soapstone foo dogs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using soapstone, stone and hardwood. There are all kinds of soapstone foo dogs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century.

How Much are Soapstone Foo Dogs?

Prices for soapstone foo dogs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, soapstone foo dogs begin at $300 and can go as high as $1,450, while the average can fetch as much as $628.
Questions About Soapstone 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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