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Pair Chinoiserie Black and Gold Lacquered End Tables Painted Mythical Animals
Pair Chinoiserie Black and Gold Lacquered End Tables Painted Mythical Animals

Pair Chinoiserie Black and Gold Lacquered End Tables Painted Mythical Animals

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a fine quality pair of chinoiserie paint decorated end tables of graceful form with an abstract depiction of mythical animals such as magical turles, foo dogs and cranes. The...

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1920s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Chinese Rose Medallion Porcelain Double Handled Vase c1900
Antique Chinese Rose Medallion Porcelain Double Handled Vase c1900

Antique Chinese Rose Medallion Porcelain Double Handled Vase c1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

The vase is adorned with double handles shaped like gilded foo dogs. The vibrant colors and detailed artistry reflect the high-quality craftsmanship of the period.

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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Antique Chinese Porcelain Buddhist Lions Figure Famille Verte 19th Century
Pair Antique Chinese Porcelain Buddhist Lions Figure Famille Verte 19th Century

Pair Antique Chinese Porcelain Buddhist Lions Figure Famille Verte 19th Century

Located in Wilton, CT

Known also as Imperial Guardian Lions or "Foo Dogs," they are traditionally placed in the home to ward off evil spirits and negative energy.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Fu Lion Fantail Vases, c. 1920
Pair of Chinese Fu Lion Fantail Vases, c. 1920

Pair of Chinese Fu Lion Fantail Vases, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

Also known as shizi or foo dogs, fu lions are believed to be benevolent protectors against evil spirits and misfortune.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Dutch Delft Underglaze Blue & White Vases & Covers
18th Century Dutch Delft Underglaze Blue & White Vases & Covers

18th Century Dutch Delft Underglaze Blue & White Vases & Covers

By Delft

Located in Downingtown, PA

The domed covers surmounted with Foo Dogs. Dimensions: 15 inches high x 7 inches wide Mark: in underglaze blue "J G" for De Twee Scheepjes & number 36.

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Mid-18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Delft

China Pair Antique Hand Carved Stone Foo Dog Display Pedestals 19th Century
China Pair Antique Hand Carved Stone Foo Dog Display Pedestals 19th Century

China Pair Antique Hand Carved Stone Foo Dog Display Pedestals 19th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

This handsome antique pair feature lions/foo dogs carved on all four (4) sides of each pedestal with double bead rows top edges-making them visually attractive.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Qing Dynasty Chinese Carved Architectural Post of a Dragon
Qing Dynasty Chinese Carved Architectural Post of a Dragon

Qing Dynasty Chinese Carved Architectural Post of a Dragon

Located in Chicago, IL

Chinese entrances often featured carved mythological creatures for protection. Foo Dogs, Dragons, and Qilings are most commonly found.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Extra Large Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger
Extra Large Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger

Extra Large Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger

Located in Long Island City, NY

The borders are decorated with polychrome images of Foo dogs. The backside of the ware is decorated with polychrome floral, foliage, swirl, and scaly ornaments made in the same techn...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Enamel, Brass

17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Buffet
17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Buffet

17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

Most amazing, however, are the three Foo dogs that provide pediment bases under the bold base molding.

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1670s Italian Renaissance Antique Foo Dogs

A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements
A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements

A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements

Located in Austin, TX

A nicely weathered pair of Japanese shishi lions. Similar to Chinese foo dogs or foo lions, these would originally have been placed under the eaves of a Buddhist or Shinto temple to ...

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18th Century and Earlier Japanese Antique Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

Often referred to as “Foo Dogs” or “Fu Dogs” in western culture, these handsome stone sentinels are iconic gatekeepers seen throughout Asia.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Ancient Pho Dog Sculpture, Chinese Manufacture, 19th Century
Ancient Pho Dog Sculpture, Chinese Manufacture, 19th Century

Ancient Pho Dog Sculpture, Chinese Manufacture, 19th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Typically made of stone, these decorations are also known as stone lions or "shishi". Foo dogs that are placed inside or outside a building are meant to protect your home or workplac...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Antique Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Moon Flask Vase Decorated With Peacocks
Antique Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Moon Flask Vase Decorated With Peacocks

Antique Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Moon Flask Vase Decorated With Peacocks

By Satsuma

Located in Atlanta, GA

Heavily gold work encompasses the entire vase and a pair of foo dogs flank the neck. It appears to have a mark to underside but is either unfinished or unidentifiable.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Enamel

Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree
Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree

Edward Farmer Chinese Carved Jade & Agate Dragon Inkwell W/ Gold Gilt Filigree

By Edward Farmer

Located in Atlanta, GA

This desk set or inkwell is no exception, having a finely carved jade inkwell adorned with a mighty dragon and a pair of agate foo dogs.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Agate, Jade, Metal, Bronze

19th Century Tibetan Polychrome Painted Cabinet
19th Century Tibetan Polychrome Painted Cabinet

19th Century Tibetan Polychrome Painted Cabinet

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

It features eight beautifully painted panels with an extremely rare foo dogs and dragon design surrounded by leafy foliage.

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Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Elm

Late 19th Century Medium & Large Delft Ginger Jars with Covers by Petrous Regout
Late 19th Century Medium & Large Delft Ginger Jars with Covers by Petrous Regout

Late 19th Century Medium & Large Delft Ginger Jars with Covers by Petrous Regout

Located in Southampton, GB

Domed covers are mounted by typical Foo Dogs. These jars date to after 1879, when the firm starte using the image of a sphynx as a logo and before 1899, when the company was renamed...

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Late 19th Century European Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Located in Roma, IT

They are known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs. The concept, which originated and became popular in Chinese Buddhism, features a highly stylized lions—often ...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Jade

Chinese Export Vase Famille Rose Porcelain, Late Qing or Early Republic Period
Chinese Export Vase Famille Rose Porcelain, Late Qing or Early Republic Period

Chinese Export Vase Famille Rose Porcelain, Late Qing or Early Republic Period

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The vase has a tapering hexagonal shape with an everted rim and is embellished at the neck with dragons or salamanders and Foo Dogs. This is a well potted quite heavy vase, weighing ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Large Vintage Chinese Art Deco Carpet, antique washed
Large Vintage Chinese Art Deco Carpet, antique washed

Large Vintage Chinese Art Deco Carpet, antique washed

Located in New York, NY

Maintained mostly in blues, golds, ivories and beiges, with classical symbols of longevity, elaborate lotus blossoms, chrysanthemums, cloud-band motifs, foo-dogs and birds, antique C...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wool

Pair of polychrome wooden Foodogs, Qilin, China 19th century
Pair of polychrome wooden Foodogs, Qilin, China 19th century

Pair of polychrome wooden Foodogs, Qilin, China 19th century

Located in Gorssel, GE

They are known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs. The concept, which originated and became popular in Chinese Buddhism, features a pair of highly stylized lion...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Hunt Scene Floor Vase and Lidded Urns
Early 20th Century Chinese Hunt Scene Floor Vase and Lidded Urns

Early 20th Century Chinese Hunt Scene Floor Vase and Lidded Urns

Located in Dallas, TX

These pieces are in the style of ‘Famile Rose’ from Canton, with gilded foo dogs and raised and painted enameling, but, they are unlike anything I have ever seen from China.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Antique Chinese Hand Carved Half Moon Tables, Set of 2
19th Century Antique Chinese Hand Carved Half Moon Tables, Set of 2

19th Century Antique Chinese Hand Carved Half Moon Tables, Set of 2

Located in Pomona, CA

This tables has intricate carving works all over the tables with foo dogs on the legs and black lacquer covered on whole tables.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Chinese Round Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid Painted with Foo Dog
Qing Dynasty Chinese Round Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid Painted with Foo Dog

Qing Dynasty Chinese Round Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid Painted with Foo Dog

Located in Prato, Tuscany

The dog, in China, is an animal full of symbolism; the one depicted is called shi, which means "lion" or shishi, which means "stone lion", these animals resemble both the Chow Chow b...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinese Art Deco Style, Chinoiserie Chic
Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinese Art Deco Style, Chinoiserie Chic

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinese Art Deco Style, Chinoiserie Chic

Located in Dallas, TX

Unlock the secrets to using this Chinese Peking rug that’s flexible enough for nearly any space. From fabulous foo dogs to playful pagodas, we can’t get enough of chinoiserie chic st...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Deco Rug

Antique Chinese Deco Rug

Located in New York, NY

Mostly in blues and beiges, with classical symbols of longevity, elaborate lotus blossoms, chrysanthemums, cloud-band motifs, foo-dogs and birds, these antique Chinese carpets and ru...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wool

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

Located in London, GB

They are known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs. The concept, which originated and became popular in Chinese Buddhism, features a pair of highly stylized lion...

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1860s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Hardwood

Gold and Purple Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug
Gold and Purple Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug

Gold and Purple Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug

By Walter Nichols

Located in Dallas, TX

Showcasing a Classic Chinese Art Deco style and symbolic design elements combined with plentiful landscape scene, this antique rug creates a bold and graceful composition. From fabul...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Mandarin Rug with Manchester Wool and Chinoiserie Art Deco Style
Antique Chinese Mandarin Rug with Manchester Wool and Chinoiserie Art Deco Style

Antique Chinese Mandarin Rug with Manchester Wool and Chinoiserie Art Deco Style

By Walter Nichols

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique Chinese rug boasts a timeless Chinoiserie design that will never go out of style. From fabulous foo dogs to playful pagodas, we can’t get enough of chinoiserie chic styl...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Crackle Glaze Lamp with Foo Dog Motifs
Antique Chinese Crackle Glaze Lamp with Foo Dog Motifs

Antique Chinese Crackle Glaze Lamp with Foo Dog Motifs

Located in Lincoln, GB

In the 18th and 19th centuries, crackle glaze ceramics were widely produced for both domestic and export markets, often used for decorative vessels, vases, and lamps. Foo Dogs, or S...

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19th Century Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto
Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan an early pair of temple mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs also known as Komainu hand-carved in sandstone.

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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Sandstone

Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs
Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs

Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A pair of large bronze Thai temple guardian foo lion dogs These are a very impressive pair of Singha, guardians of the Buddhist temple in Thailand, the dogs are made in bronze and...

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Late 19th Century Thai Medieval Antique Foo Dogs

Antique Japanese Chinese Imari Porcelain Ormolu Table Vase Lamp Blue Red Gilt
Antique Japanese Chinese Imari Porcelain Ormolu Table Vase Lamp Blue Red Gilt

Antique Japanese Chinese Imari Porcelain Ormolu Table Vase Lamp Blue Red Gilt

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Stunning Single Traditional Japanese Imari Bulbous Form Porcelain vase of quite large proportions, the twin handles modelled as Foo Dogs, now converted to an electric Table Lamp, com...

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19th Century Chinese Early Victorian Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ormolu

Rare Pair of Chinese Mythical Beasts/Dogs of Foo on Stands, circa 1900
Rare Pair of Chinese Mythical Beasts/Dogs of Foo on Stands, circa 1900

Rare Pair of Chinese Mythical Beasts/Dogs of Foo on Stands, circa 1900

Located in Central England, GB

A Rare Pair of Chinese Mythical Beasts/dogs of Foo on Stands This pair of very large Chinese carved hard wood studies of mythical beasts /dogs of foo each lying down with one paw ...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Large Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases on Stands, 18th Century
Antique Large Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases on Stands, 18th Century

Antique Large Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases on Stands, 18th Century

Located in London, GB

The vases are of elegant bulbous shape with octagon facets and have domed covers which are surmounted by attractive foo dogs finials on rocky outcrops. The pair of vases feature ...

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1780s Japanese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ormolu

Vintage Foo Dog
Vintage Foo Dog

Vintage Foo Dog

Sold|$6,380

Vintage Foo Dog

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Known in English as lion dogs or foo dog, these guardian statues originate from Chinese Buddhism.

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Early 20th Century Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Granite

Maison MARNYHAC (att. to) - Antique Chinese style firescreen in bronze
Maison MARNYHAC (att. to) - Antique Chinese style firescreen in bronze

Maison MARNYHAC (att. to) - Antique Chinese style firescreen in bronze

By Maison Marnyhac 1

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Usually, represented in pair, the Foo dogs, also called Foo lions in the Occident, were traditionaly placed in front of the imperial Chinese palaces because of their protective powers.

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19th Century French Japonisme Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Fine Antique Bronze Foo Lion/ Dog Pair
Fine Antique Bronze Foo Lion/ Dog Pair

Fine Antique Bronze Foo Lion/ Dog Pair

Located in Wilton, CT

1920's Pair of cast bronze Foo Lion/ Dogs in all original condition.Male and Female, with excellent proportions and a deep, traditional patina.

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Early 20th Century Asian Tibetan Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

China 1880 Qing Dynasty Nephrite Jadeite Jade Urn Vase Por Perfumed Oil Scents
China 1880 Qing Dynasty Nephrite Jadeite Jade Urn Vase Por Perfumed Oil Scents

China 1880 Qing Dynasty Nephrite Jadeite Jade Urn Vase Por Perfumed Oil Scents

Located in Miami, FL

Typically made of stone or jade, these decorations are also known as stone lions or "Shishi". Foo Dogs that are placed inside or outside a building are meant to protect your home or ...

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1880s North American Art Deco Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver, Bronze

19th Century Blue and White Chinese Vase as a Lamp
19th Century Blue and White Chinese Vase as a Lamp

19th Century Blue and White Chinese Vase as a Lamp

Located in London, GB

A very decorative Chinese export vase decorated with Dogs of Foo jumping in a rich leafy landscape. Now mounted as a lamp with a gilt base.

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Vase
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Vase

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Vase

Located in Austin, TX

The vases painted in a rich cobalt on a white ground, featuring a Traditional Design of the character Shuangxi or "double happiness" surrounded by a floral and foliate pattern. A pai...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique Quality Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase
Large Antique Quality Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase

Large Antique Quality Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase

Located in Suffolk, GB

Large antique quality Japanese Imari floor standing vase having a splendid trumpet shaped scalloped edge top, fantastic hand painted panels with Japanese people in period clothing, t...

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Early 1900s Unknown Edo Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

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"

Located in Dayton, OH

Suitable for Indoor or Outdoor/Garden Use Throughout history, the Lion or Foo Dog (fu dogs) has stood guard, with mystic powers to protect, in front of temples, imperial palaces, go...

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Early 20th Century Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century Chinese Display Cabinet or Bookcase
Early 19th Century Chinese Display Cabinet or Bookcase

Early 19th Century Chinese Display Cabinet or Bookcase

Located in Martlesham, GB

An unusual and superb quality early 19th century Chinese display cabinet or bookcase, the wonderful pagoda top with a mini pagoda with Chinese figures inside, the front of the top de...

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1830s Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Hardwood

Rare Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher (B) in Bandana Ptn, Exhibition mark 1851
Rare Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher (B) in Bandana Ptn, Exhibition mark 1851

Rare Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher (B) in Bandana Ptn, Exhibition mark 1851

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The jug or pitcher is well decorated with the chinoiserie influenced "BANDANA" pattern, showing Foo or Lion Dogs among clouds, all in bold colorful enamels, so typical of the Masons ...

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Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ironstone

Pair Of Chinese Brass Foo Dogs
Pair Of Chinese Brass Foo Dogs

Pair Of Chinese Brass Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Chinese Brass Foo Dogs. Offered is a well detailed pair of Chinese brass foo dogs that date from the 1920's.

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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Brass

Pair Turquoise Limoges Foo Dogs
Pair Turquoise Limoges Foo Dogs

Pair Turquoise Limoges Foo Dogs

By Limoges

Located in Troy, MI

CIrca 1900 pair of Limoges foo dogs in turquoise finish on square base. Sold and priced as a pair.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Stone Foo Dogs
Antique Chinese Stone Foo Dogs

Antique Chinese Stone Foo Dogs

Located in Doylestown, PA

A pair of carved stone Foo Dogs with traces of polychrome painted finish, 19th Century or earlier.

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Granite Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1850
Granite Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1850

Granite Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1850

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a pair of antique granite Chinese Foo Dogs. Also known as Chinese "Guardian lions," foo dogs have traditionally stood in front of Chinese Imperial palaces, Imperial tombs, go...

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19th Century Chinese Japonisme Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Granite

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Hamburg, DE

Pair of Chinese Foo dogs and painted stands, perfect condition, glazed hand painted porcelain in color yellow and celadon green and few high lights in color blue, beautiful details: ...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Stoneware Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Stoneware Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Stoneware Foo Dogs

Located in London, by appointment only

A fine pair of stoneware foo dogs glazed in amber and green. Measures: W 10cm, H 18cm.

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Early 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of Antique Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Antique Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Antique Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Exceptional and unique pair of late 19th century Foo Dogs. Done in beautiful, vibrant colors with great attention to detail.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Exquisite Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Exquisite Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Exquisite Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Extraordinary pair of fine glazed porcelain Foo Dogs. Incredible hand made details.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Green Stone Chinese Foo Dogs, a Pair
Green Stone Chinese Foo Dogs, a Pair

Green Stone Chinese Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Land O' Lakes, FL

A pair of Chinese green stone foo dogs. Early 20th century, China.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Pair of Antique Opaline Glass Foo Dogs
Pair of Antique Opaline Glass Foo Dogs

Pair of Antique Opaline Glass Foo Dogs

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Beautiful miniature pair of foo dogs made of opaline glass, very detail And great turquoise color.

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Opaline Glass

Monumental Pair of Glazed White Foo Dogs
Monumental Pair of Glazed White Foo Dogs

Monumental Pair of Glazed White Foo Dogs

Located in Pasadena, CA

Large and impressive pair of foo dogs in white glaze, early 20th century. Excellent vintage condition.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Terracotta

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Antique Foo Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique foo dogs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique foo dogs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and wood. Antique foo dogs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique foo dogs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Folk Art, Hollywood Regency and Mid-Century Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs.

How Much are Antique Foo Dogs?

Antique foo dogs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,800, while the lowest priced sells for $100 and the highest can go for as much as $135,000.
Questions About Antique Foo Dogs
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few signs to look for to authenticate an antique Staffordshire dog figurine. Antique figurines are press molded and feature a small hole in the base, rather than a larger one. The quality of the painting is highly detailed and gilded detail may be worn a bit with age. It is always best to have a professional verify if your figurine is authentic. Shop a range of expertly vetted Staffordshire dog figures on 1stDibs.