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Aqua Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Aqua Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of mid-century aqua ceramic foo dogs / bookends, circa 1970s. The pair are in very
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20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Bookends

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Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Aqua Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Aqua Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Aqua Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends

H 6.5 in W 14 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Decorated Porcelain Vases w/ Foo Dog Handles 1800s
Located in New York, NY
artistry, they feature larger Foo Dogs in mesmerizing turquoise enamel and resplendent 24K gold, presented
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Antique 1860s Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Decorated Porcelain Vases w/ Foo Dog Handles 1800s
Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Decorated Porcelain Vases w/ Foo Dog Handles 1800s

Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Decorated Porcelain Vases w/ Foo Dog Handles 1800s

H 35.5 in Dm 14 in

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Located in San Diego, CA
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Questions About Aqua Foo Dogs
  • Is a foo dog a lion?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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 are foo dogs made of?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What do Chinese foo dogs represent?
    1 Answer
    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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