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Palace Size Carved Wooden Foo Dogs
Palace Size Carved Wooden Foo Dogs

Palace Size Carved Wooden Foo Dogs

Located in Rochester, NY

An massive heavy pair of finely hand carved wooden foo dogs / temple dogs in beautifully aged surface with a very pale bleach white washed like color.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, circa 1860
Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, circa 1860

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, circa 1860

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Chinese bronze foo dogs, circa 1860.

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1860s Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs, circa 1890
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs, circa 1890

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs, circa 1890

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Chinese polychrome foo dogs, circa 1890.

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1890s Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Gilt Bronze Foo Dogs
19th Century Gilt Bronze Foo Dogs

19th Century Gilt Bronze Foo Dogs

Located in New York, NY

Pair of aged gilt solid bronze Chinese foo dogs. They are portrayed standing, with broad, muscular chests, long, and flame-like manes.

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19th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of vintage famille verte Chinese foo dogs, circa early 20th century. Well cast and heavy with great detail and a nice glazed finish.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

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

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 Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Soapstone

Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic pair of Chinese glazed turquoise porcelain foo dogs or foo lions. Male and female with the male being slightly larger.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

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

Pair of Early 20th Century Majolica Foo Dogs

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of large Chinese foo dogs, produced within the early 20th century period, each in colorfully glazed in Majolica.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta

Pair of Exceptional 19th Century Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Exceptional 19th Century Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Exceptional 19th Century Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Redding, CT

Pair of exceptional 19th century porcelain foo dogs. Amazing attention to detail with it's curly locks of hair and piercing eyes.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Pair of Terra Cotta Painted and Glazed Foo Dogs
Pair of Terra Cotta Painted and Glazed Foo Dogs

Pair of Terra Cotta Painted and Glazed Foo Dogs

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is a dramatic, colorful large pair of Chinese foo dogs hand painted in rich tones of green, blue and gold, 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Cinnabar Vase with Finely Carved Foo Dogs, 19th Century
Chinese Cinnabar Vase with Finely Carved Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Chinese Cinnabar Vase with Finely Carved Foo Dogs, 19th Century

By Wang Hing & Co.

Located in Sarasota, FL

Chinese cinnabar finely carved vase with depiction of the foo dogs, 19th century.

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Lacquer

Pair of French Bronze Candelabra with Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of French Bronze Candelabra with Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of French Bronze Candelabra with Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of French bronze candelabra with porcelain flowers and Chinese blue and white porcelain foo dogs.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs / Book Ends
Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs / Book Ends

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs / Book Ends

Located in San Diego, CA

Impressive pair of patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs / book ends, circa 1930s. Excellent vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Hand Enamelled Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Hand Enamelled Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Hand Enamelled Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Stockholm, SE

These are a good pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs, sometimes called temple lions. They are a male and female pair, sitting on rectangular plinths, one with a puppy under one paw an...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Glazed Porcelain Chinese Foo Dogs or Foo Lions
Hand Glazed Porcelain Chinese Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Hand Glazed Porcelain Chinese Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Located in Stockholm, SE

These are a very good pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs, sometimes called temple lions. They are a male and female pair, sitting on rectangular plinths, one with a puppy under one p...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique Hand Carved Hard Wood Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Antique Hand Carved Hard Wood Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Antique Hand Carved Hard Wood Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of antique hand carved Chinese foo dogs or bookends which I believe are made from elm or another type of hardwood.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Hardwood

Large Pair of 19th Century Green Glazed Large Foo Dogs
Large Pair of 19th Century Green Glazed Large Foo Dogs

Large Pair of 19th Century Green Glazed Large Foo Dogs

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A large pair of green glazed foo dogs, circa 1900. The rare vibrant green glaze over heavy dense pottery, one is the male, the other female, a mirror image and true original pair.

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Majestic Chinese Gilt Brass Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, circa 1880-1910
Pair of Majestic Chinese Gilt Brass Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, circa 1880-1910

Pair of Majestic Chinese Gilt Brass Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, circa 1880-1910

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Pair of Majestic Chinese gilt brass foo dogs/temple dogs, Late Qing dynasty period, (circa 1880-1910).

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Brass

Late Ming Terracotta Sancai Green Glazed Foo Dogs
Late Ming Terracotta Sancai Green Glazed Foo Dogs

Late Ming Terracotta Sancai Green Glazed Foo Dogs

Located in Dallas, TX

A wonderful pair of late Ming Early Qing Dynasty pottery green glazed Foo dogs or lions from circa 18th century China.

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Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Terracotta

A Pair of Late Edo Period Sculptural Japanese Porcelain Foo Dogs
A Pair of Late Edo Period Sculptural Japanese Porcelain Foo Dogs

A Pair of Late Edo Period Sculptural Japanese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of sculptural Japanese Foo Dogs made of Oribe porcelain from the late Edo Period.

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19th Century Japanese Other Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

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

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs These oversized Italian Majolica foo dogs showcase grotesque yet loveably cute features from their t...

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Early 20th Century Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs

Located in Austin, TX

An absolutely delightful pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs, made for the export market. Portrayed seated on their haunches, heads raised, mouths in a wide grin, as if expect...

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1920s Chinese Hollywood Regency Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stoneware

A Pair of Chinese Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs
A Pair of Chinese Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs

A Pair of Chinese Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs

Located in Austin, TX

A charming and whimsical pair of Chinese glazed pottery foo dogs. Raised on rectangular plinths, each carries a streaming ribbon in their open mouth and are highly animated, with...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Bronze Qing Foo Dogs Incense Burner
Chinese Bronze Qing Foo Dogs Incense Burner

Chinese Bronze Qing Foo Dogs Incense Burner

Located in Dallas, TX

Bronze Gilt and lacquered Incense Burner Qing Dynasty, Circa 1880 Ming Style A whimsical and playful pair of attached foo dogs. One dog is biting the back of his partner who is ...

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1880s Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Porcelain, Hand Enamelled, circa 1920
Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Porcelain, Hand Enamelled, circa 1920

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Porcelain, Hand Enamelled, circa 1920

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a good pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs, sometimes called temple lions. They are a male and female pair, sitting on rectangular plinths, the larger one with a puppy unde...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Collection of 16 Chinese Yellow Glazed Foo Dogs, Early 20th Century, China
Collection of 16 Chinese Yellow Glazed Foo Dogs, Early 20th Century, China

Collection of 16 Chinese Yellow Glazed Foo Dogs, Early 20th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

A fabulous and impressive collection of sixteen (16) ceramic Chinese export foo dogs (also known as foo lions), glazed in yellow, green and aubergine, late 19th and early 20th centur...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Large Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs
Large Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs

Large Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs

Located in Stockholm, SE

A very fine and detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs. The hollow biscuit porcelain figures stand raised on a rectangular base and are looking sideways with open mouths ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Qing Chinese Cast Iron Foo Dogs Lions Incense Burners
19th Century Qing Chinese Cast Iron Foo Dogs Lions Incense Burners

19th Century Qing Chinese Cast Iron Foo Dogs Lions Incense Burners

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century Chinese cast iron foo dogs lions incense burners. Late Qing Dynasty.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Iron

Massive Pair of Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Dogs Lions
Massive Pair of Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Dogs Lions

Massive Pair of Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Dogs Lions

Located in Pomona, CA

A massive pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel foo dogs / lions circa 1900 - 1940. Very fine quality enameling throughout. it is a majestically hand-crafted works of art in Museum qualit...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Metal

Antique Table Lamp Rosenthal Porcelain Bronze Mounted Foo Dogs Chinese Style
Antique Table Lamp Rosenthal Porcelain Bronze Mounted Foo Dogs Chinese Style

Antique Table Lamp Rosenthal Porcelain Bronze Mounted Foo Dogs Chinese Style

By Rosenthal

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

The mount, cast in solid bronze in the Chinese style, features four beautifully crafted Foo dogs at the base and finishes off in a multi-layered floral chrysanthemum shape at the top...

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Large One-of-a-Kind Chinese Rosewood Table Mirror with Foo Dogs & Lattice Work
Large One-of-a-Kind Chinese Rosewood Table Mirror with Foo Dogs & Lattice Work

Large One-of-a-Kind Chinese Rosewood Table Mirror with Foo Dogs & Lattice Work

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible large one-of-a-kind Chinese rosewood table mirror with foo dogs & lattice work, circa 1920s. This mirror is gorgeous!

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Mirror, Rosewood

19th Century Chinese Family Rose Painted Porcelain Urn with Foo Dogs and Lizards
19th Century Chinese Family Rose Painted Porcelain Urn with Foo Dogs and Lizards

19th Century Chinese Family Rose Painted Porcelain Urn with Foo Dogs and Lizards

By CANTON FAMILLE ROSE

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in China circa 1920, the tall Family Rose vase is round in shaped with an elegant long neck decorated with gilt Foo Dogs and dragon lizards in high relief. The colorful antiq...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs

Pair Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs

Located in Austin, TX

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Late 19th Century Korean Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Glass, Giltwood, Paper

Chinese Pair of Stone Guardian Foo Dogs/Guardian Lions from 18th Century
Chinese Pair of Stone Guardian Foo Dogs/Guardian Lions from 18th Century

Chinese Pair of Stone Guardian Foo Dogs/Guardian Lions from 18th Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

An 18th century pair of Chinese stone foo dogs/guardian lions on square bases. This rare pair of Chinese guardian lions displays a male and a female, each sitting on a base that is l...

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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Antique Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs good detail, Qing 19th Century
Antique Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs good detail, Qing 19th Century

Antique Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs good detail, Qing 19th Century

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Notes: Foo dogs are symbolic, protective statues, and they are designed in pairs — one is female, the other is male.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Stone with Fine Detail Qing 19th Century
Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Stone with Fine Detail Qing 19th Century

Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Stone with Fine Detail Qing 19th Century

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These pieces are very well detailed, then hand gilded. Both foo dogs are sat on plinth's, again with very good detail, please see images.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Chinese Pair Qing Porcelain Hand Painted Foo Dogs
Chinese Pair Qing Porcelain Hand Painted Foo Dogs

Chinese Pair Qing Porcelain Hand Painted Foo Dogs

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

The dogs have bulging round eyes painted black on white.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs
Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs

Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very fine and attractive pair Chinese turquoise glazed dogs of foo figures dating from the first half of the 20th century.

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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Large Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs on Plinths
Large Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs on Plinths

Large Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs on Plinths

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is a handsome pair of vintage Chinese ceramic foo lions hand-painted in traditional green and color colors under a glaze. The figures are situated in a regal position atop an i...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Clay

Pair of Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Forney, TX

A fabulous mirrored pair of Kutani foo dog shishi / Buddhist temple guardian lions, hand-crafted in Japan during the Taisho period, the early 20th century Kutani porcelain sculpture ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Large Scale Polychrome Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs or Foo Lions
Large Scale Polychrome Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Large Scale Polychrome Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Located in Stockholm, SE

A very fine pair of large, Chinese ceramic polychrome glazed dogs of foo mounted on rectangular pedestals one with a raised paw resting on a puppy and another resting on a ball.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Pair Large Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs
Chinese Pair Large Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs

Chinese Pair Large Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A large and attractive pair of Chinese turquoise glazed dogs of foo figures dating from the first half of the 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp With Foo Dogs on Lucite Base
Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp With Foo Dogs on Lucite Base

Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp With Foo Dogs on Lucite Base

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

19th Century Chinese Familie Rose Style Porcelain Vase Table Lamp. This ceramic urn has been converted into a table lamp an old wooden circular base and later refitted on a square fr...

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1880s Italian Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood, Lucite, Porcelain

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

Located in Bradenton, FL

Extraordinary pair of fine and rare and very large pair of glazed terra cotta decorative foo dog or lion statutes, circa early 20th century. Glazed in green, yellow and red with slig...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Pottery, Terracotta

Pair of Vintage/Antique Chinese Porcelain Glazed Foo Dogs Temple Guardians
Pair of Vintage/Antique Chinese Porcelain Glazed Foo Dogs Temple Guardians

Pair of Vintage/Antique Chinese Porcelain Glazed Foo Dogs Temple Guardians

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a pair of vintage or antique Chinese Food Dog figures. Features two dogs with their mouths open in slightly different manners. In good condition with some slight crazing a...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Jars with Foo Dogs Lids
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Jars with Foo Dogs Lids

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Jars with Foo Dogs Lids

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a console or mantle with this important pair of colorful antique porcelain ginger jars. Created in China, circa 1880, each hand carved vase is decorated with animal faces in...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Blanc de Chine Buddhist Lions, Foo Dogs Early Kangxi, 1662-1722
Pair of Blanc de Chine Buddhist Lions, Foo Dogs Early Kangxi, 1662-1722

Pair of Blanc de Chine Buddhist Lions, Foo Dogs Early Kangxi, 1662-1722

Located in CA, CA

A pair of late 17th-early 18th century Buddhistic lions. Two males, of left and right pairing each sitting on a rectangular plinth with a wish granting ball under one paw and a ribbo...

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Early 18th Century Asian Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Black Qing Dynasty Carved Dragon and Lion Foo Dogs Armchairs, circa 1870
Pair of Black Qing Dynasty Carved Dragon and Lion Foo Dogs Armchairs, circa 1870

Pair of Black Qing Dynasty Carved Dragon and Lion Foo Dogs Armchairs, circa 1870

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of rare Qing dynasty circa 1870 hand carved solid elm ebonised dragon and Lion Foo dog throne armchairs A really rare an expe...

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1870s Chinese Qing Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Elm

Pair Antique Carved Foo Dog Wood Blocks
Pair Antique Carved Foo Dog Wood Blocks

Pair Antique Carved Foo Dog Wood Blocks

Located in Somis, CA

This pair of extraordinary foo dogs were carved from single wood blocks. The depiction of the foo dogs in playful motion demonstrates a sense of fun rather than the usual sternness.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

PAIR Chinese Export Foo Lion Dogs Porcelain Hand painted, circa 1920
PAIR Chinese Export Foo Lion Dogs Porcelain Hand painted, circa 1920

PAIR Chinese Export Foo Lion Dogs Porcelain Hand painted, circa 1920

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very good pair of Chinese Export, blue and white porcelain foo or lion dogs, sometimes called temple lions.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Antique Foo Dog Candelabras
Pair of Antique Foo Dog Candelabras

Pair of Antique Foo Dog Candelabras

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1900 French bronze dore candelabras with porcelain flowers and a pair of antique foo dogs sitting on cushions. Measurements: Height 15 Width 12 Depth 4.5.

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Early 1900s French Antique Foo Dogs

Chinese Shisa Foo Dog Figurines, A Pair
Chinese Shisa Foo Dog Figurines, A Pair

Chinese Shisa Foo Dog Figurines, A Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Shisa Polychromed Glazed Foo Dogs, also known as Fu dogs. Statues are traditional Chinese guardians, representing protection, wealth, and good fort...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Blue and White Dragon Covered Ginger Jar Urn Vase with Foo Dog
Chinese Blue and White Dragon Covered Ginger Jar Urn Vase with Foo Dog

Chinese Blue and White Dragon Covered Ginger Jar Urn Vase with Foo Dog

Located in West Hartford, CT

Chinoiserie glazed blue and white covered porcelain jar with intricate paintings of dragons, phoenixes, foo dogs and flowers. A foo dog stands atop the cover.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Pair of Very Old Carved Stone Foo Dog Architectural Remnants
Pair of Very Old Carved Stone Foo Dog Architectural Remnants

Pair of Very Old Carved Stone Foo Dog Architectural Remnants

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration a very fine pair of carved antique Foo Dogs. These stone pieces have a very old weathered surface and would be fabulous additions to any...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Foo Dogs

Materials

Limestone, Marble

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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
    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
    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
    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.