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What are foo dogs made of?
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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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs.
This unusual pair of Chinese export glazed ceramic foo
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$1,450 / set
Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of Chinese, white, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Excellent condition and patina
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$300 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1960's Pair Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. Highly decorative.
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$576 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your decor with a touch of classical elegance with our Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Foo
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$2,850 / set
Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Stunning pair of glazed ceramic foo dogs. A chic deep green color with flashes of deep blue. Lots
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$1,950 / set
Vintage Asian Chromed Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introducing our "Vintage Asian Chromed Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs" – exquisite guardians that blend
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
