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Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions
Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions

Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Terrific Pair of Hand Molded 19th Century Chinese Foo Lions Foodog, Aubergine, Chinese, 19th Century, 6-1/2" H

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Other

Fine Pair of Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Foo Lion Incense Burners
Fine Pair of Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Foo Lion Incense Burners

Fine Pair of Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Foo Lion Incense Burners

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fabulous Antique Chinese Foo Lion incense burners originally purchased in Bangkok, Thailand.

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

LARGE DECORATIVE VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HAND CARVED CHINESE LION FOO DOG STATUE
LARGE DECORATIVE VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HAND CARVED CHINESE LION FOO DOG STATUE

LARGE DECORATIVE VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HAND CARVED CHINESE LION FOO DOG STATUE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely, vintage hand carved Chinese Foo Lion Dog statue with original paint and patina This is a very ...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

RugsOnNet Ivory Blue Antique Wool Chinese Lion Foo Dog Motif Ningxia Rug Carpet
RugsOnNet Ivory Blue Antique Wool Chinese Lion Foo Dog Motif Ningxia Rug Carpet

RugsOnNet Ivory Blue Antique Wool Chinese Lion Foo Dog Motif Ningxia Rug Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique Chinese - Art Deco rugs 6' 3'' x 8' 6''. Antique Geometric Medallion Wool Hand Knotted Pile Black 1875 Rug, Circa Date: 1875. This exceptional example of 19th-century weavin...

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Antique 1870s Chinese Chinese Export Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920s Ivory Navy Blue Colorful Antique Chinese Silk Carpet 4' x 7' Foo Dog Rug
1920s Ivory Navy Blue Colorful Antique Chinese Silk Carpet 4' x 7' Foo Dog Rug

1920s Ivory Navy Blue Colorful Antique Chinese Silk Carpet 4' x 7' Foo Dog Rug

Located in New York, NY

The design is populated by mythological creatures rendered in deep indigo and cerulean tones, contrasting beautifully with the light field. Several stylized Chinese lions, or Foo Dog...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Located in Norwood, NJ

Beautiful fine pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel foo lion censers, in a standing pose.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.
Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.

Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.

Located in New York, NY

foo lion decorated with a pleasant facial expression

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates
Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates

Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates A stunning pair of Door plates, they are made in bronze and are very heavy, these may originally have had handles through ...

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Bronze

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.
pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

Located in New York, NY

one dog/lion is clutching onto a ball-like object, and the other dog/lion is clutching onto her cub; wooden base is included with this lot; 1.8in(D) x 3.75in(W) x 2.25in(H) are the a...

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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair
Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent pair of large antique Chinese porcelain temple Guardian Lions - Foo Dogs.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Porcelain

Monumental Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dog Lion Temple Sculpture
Monumental Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dog Lion Temple Sculpture

Monumental Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dog Lion Temple Sculpture

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Monumental Chinese Qing style foo dog or foo lion temple sculpture intricately hand-crafted from wood.

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi
Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi

Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi

Located in Stamford, CT

Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi are symbolic, protective figures that have been a prominent part of Chinese art and culture for centuries.

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Spectacular pair of Chinese Buddhist guardian temple foo dogs or foo lions intricately crafted from bronzed metal.

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions
Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

Located in Lomita, CA

The pair of hand-carved rose quartz foo dogs (also known as guardian lions) exudes protective strength and artistry.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950
Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950

Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950

Located in New York, NY

Pair of charming polychrome ceramic Foo Dog / Lions in the Qing Style. Fantastic detail and a beautiful color combination of ochre, green, brown and blue.

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Located in Atlanta, GA

Chinese, Ming Dynasty. Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions of extraordinary quality and casting.

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.
pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

Located in New York, NY

1.6in(D) x 2.8in(W) x 5.8in(H) are the dimensions of the taller foo lion/dog; the paw of one lion is resting on a rock; the paw of the other lion is resting on a ball

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"
Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"

Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"

Located in Dayton, OH

A large and impressive pair of blanc de chine porcelain Chinese guardian lions / Foo Dogs / Shishi. Made from high-quality kaolin clay and fired at high temperatures to achieve a lu...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Foo Dog Jardinière, Lion Mask Handles: Republic Period
Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Foo Dog Jardinière, Lion Mask Handles: Republic Period

Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Foo Dog Jardinière, Lion Mask Handles: Republic Period

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent large Chinese bronze and cloisonné foo dog jardinière with Lion Mask Handles hails from the Republic period, circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Bronze Guardian Lion or Foo Dog
Bronze Guardian Lion or Foo Dog

Bronze Guardian Lion or Foo Dog

Located in New York, NY

This bronze guardian lion or foo dog was crafted in the 20th Century and rendered with an intricate floral-patterned surface, etched details, and expressive features that connote pro...

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Large Green Lion Foo Dog, Glazed Chinese Ceramic,  Early 20th
Antique Large Green Lion Foo Dog, Glazed Chinese Ceramic,  Early 20th

Antique Large Green Lion Foo Dog, Glazed Chinese Ceramic, Early 20th

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous antique foo lion dog sculpture in green glazed ceramic. This outstanding object was hand-made in the early 1900s. This fine quality ceramic sculpture has outstanding detai...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer
Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer

Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer

Located in Austin, TX

A large and powerfully cast Chinese bronze censer in the form of two Buddhistic lions, Qing dynasty, late 19th century. The censer is well cast with a strong sense of movement, featu...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century
Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century

Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A charming and delightful matched pair of recumbent Chinese Export porcelain foo lions or foo dogs, famille verte enameled biscuit porcelain and carved hardwood stands, mid 20th cent...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Large Patinated Bronze Chinese Guardian Lion or Foo Dog Sculpture, MCM, 1970s
Large Patinated Bronze Chinese Guardian Lion or Foo Dog Sculpture, MCM, 1970s

Large Patinated Bronze Chinese Guardian Lion or Foo Dog Sculpture, MCM, 1970s

Located in San Diego, CA

Impressive patinated bronze sculpture depicting a traditional Chinese guardian lion or Foo Dog. Expertly cast with a commanding presence, the figure is shown seated in a vigilant po...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Song Dynasty Blue Glazed Foo Dog Lion Incense Burner Figure
Chinese Song Dynasty Blue Glazed Foo Dog Lion Incense Burner Figure

Chinese Song Dynasty Blue Glazed Foo Dog Lion Incense Burner Figure

Located in Forney, TX

Likely Jun ware, Northern Song Dynasty (960 to 1127) Hand-crafted in China over 1000 years ago, the Song dynasty was a golden age of Chinese ceramics when art peaked and techniques ...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Located in San Diego, CA

A vibrant and commanding pair of Chinese guardian lions, commonly referred to as Foo Dogs, rendered in richly enameled famille rose-style glazing with an unusually bold palette of sa...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Chinese Natural Untreated Jadeite Foo Dog Lion Seal Stone Carving w Stand
Large Chinese Natural Untreated Jadeite Foo Dog Lion Seal Stone Carving w Stand

Large Chinese Natural Untreated Jadeite Foo Dog Lion Seal Stone Carving w Stand

Located in Richmond, CA

The pinnacle of this jadeite seal stone is the skillfully carved figure of a foo dog or guardian lion that sits majestically atop the square base.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

2 Rare Chinese Marble Foo Dog Guardian Fu Lion Temple Garden Statues 41"
2 Rare Chinese Marble Foo Dog Guardian Fu Lion Temple Garden Statues 41"

2 Rare Chinese Marble Foo Dog Guardian Fu Lion Temple Garden Statues 41"

Located in Dayton, OH

Delivery includes off-loading at threshold. 1,000 lbs each Known as Chinese guardian lions, imperial guardian lions, stone lions, shishi, lion dogs or foo / fu dogs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Statues

Materials

Marble

Blue Lion Foo Dogs Decorative Objects, Pair
Blue Lion Foo Dogs Decorative Objects, Pair

Blue Lion Foo Dogs Decorative Objects, Pair

Located in New York, NY

A pair of vintage porcelain ceramic lion foo dogs' decorative objects, circa mid-20th century, China.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases Gilt Foo Lion Handles
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases Gilt Foo Lion Handles

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases Gilt Foo Lion Handles

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 19th-Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases with Gilt Foo Lion Handles China, Qing Dynasty, circa 1880 Dimensions: 7.75” high × 3” diameter × 2.5” base diameter A vibra...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Foo Dog or Lion in Pink and Gray Hardstone mounted on a Pedestal
Chinese Foo Dog or Lion in Pink and Gray Hardstone mounted on a Pedestal

Chinese Foo Dog or Lion in Pink and Gray Hardstone mounted on a Pedestal

Located in Lomita, CA

Foo dogs normally travel in pairs, but this fellow is a lone wolf or dog and no less charming for it.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Quartz

Antique Chinese Coral Red Lions Foo Dog Calligraphy Hat Stand Vase Qing c.1911
Antique Chinese Coral Red Lions Foo Dog Calligraphy Hat Stand Vase Qing c.1911

Antique Chinese Coral Red Lions Foo Dog Calligraphy Hat Stand Vase Qing c.1911

Located in Richmond, CA

Antique Chinese late Qing dynasty early 20th century porcelain hat stand vase, reticulated with quatrefoils to the round cylindrical body, hand painted with a pair of large and small...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Meiji Bronze Shishi Shi Shi Lion Chinese Foo Dog Sculpture Statue
Japanese Meiji Bronze Shishi Shi Shi Lion Chinese Foo Dog Sculpture Statue

Japanese Meiji Bronze Shishi Shi Shi Lion Chinese Foo Dog Sculpture Statue

Located in Studio City, CA

A gorgeous Meiji Period (1868-1912) Japanese bronze Shishi (Shi Shi) guardian lion (Chinese Foo Dog) sculpture. This work has a wonderful feel and beautiful aged patina.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c
Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c

Located in Richmond, CA

Pair of vintage Chinese pewter guardian lions, in fierce sitting pose, with copper accents for sharp claws, and each topped with an adjustable height brass ball attached by a threade...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Pair of Chinese Green Marble Foo Dog Guardian Lion Bookends Sculptures, 1970s
Pair of Chinese Green Marble Foo Dog Guardian Lion Bookends Sculptures, 1970s

Pair of Chinese Green Marble Foo Dog Guardian Lion Bookends Sculptures, 1970s

Located in San Diego, CA

. #5420 Foo Dogs, also known as Imperial Guardian Lions, have long symbolized protection, prosperity, and good fortune in Chinese culture.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble

Early-Mid 20th Century Carved Female Foo Lion
Early-Mid 20th Century Carved Female Foo Lion

Early-Mid 20th Century Carved Female Foo Lion

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Early-mid 20th century carved, red lacquer and gilt female foo lion, Chinese. Attached to conforming hollow stand base also decorated with running foo lions.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Lacquer

Foo Lion Dog Sculpture Decorative Object, circa 1930s
Foo Lion Dog Sculpture Decorative Object, circa 1930s

Foo Lion Dog Sculpture Decorative Object, circa 1930s

Located in New York, NY

A single ceramic lion foo dog decorative object, circa early-20th century, 1930s, China.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions. Stunning antique Chinese foo dogs or foo lions which date to the 1920's.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Republic Period Carved Pale Green Hardstone Vases with Foo Lion Finials
Chinese Republic Period Carved Pale Green Hardstone Vases with Foo Lion Finials

Chinese Republic Period Carved Pale Green Hardstone Vases with Foo Lion Finials

Located in Nottingham, GB

A refined Chinese garniture of three covered miniature vases, finely carved from pale green translucent hardstone, possibly jade or bowenite, and dating from the Republic period. Ea...

Category

Early 20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion
Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Single decorative vintage Japanese Kutani porcelain ShiShi Temple Lion Foo Dog Statue. Expertly crafted and painted.

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Gold Coated Foo Lion with Paw on Red Ball
Gold Coated Foo Lion with Paw on Red Ball

Gold Coated Foo Lion with Paw on Red Ball

Located in Pasadena, TX

This Foo lion was crafted in China and is gold coated..

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Blue Foo Lion Dog Decorative Object, circa 1960s
Blue Foo Lion Dog Decorative Object, circa 1960s

Blue Foo Lion Dog Decorative Object, circa 1960s

Located in New York, NY

A single Lion Foo dog ceramic decorative object, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, China.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Bronze Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs - A Pair
Antique Bronze Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs - A Pair

Antique Bronze Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs - A Pair

Located in New York, NY

A pair of antique guardian lions or foo dogs in cast bronze. They have aged beautifully, accruing a rich patina with some verdigris oxidation. We particularly love the careful, detai...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Temple Lion Statues Foo Dogs Blue Porcelain 25cm
Large Temple Lion Statues Foo Dogs Blue Porcelain 25cm

Large Temple Lion Statues Foo Dogs Blue Porcelain 25cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

A beautiful and rare pair of large temple lion statues, better known as foo dogs or guardian dogs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Monumental Bronze Foo Lions - A Pair Show Pony
Vintage Monumental Bronze Foo Lions - A Pair Show Pony

Vintage Monumental Bronze Foo Lions - A Pair Show Pony

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental pair of Chinese Foo Dog guardian lions offers a commanding presence and timeless symbolism, making them a definitive acquisition for the sophisticated collector.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Other

Vintage Asian “Sang De Bouf” Foo Lions - A Pair
Vintage Asian “Sang De Bouf” Foo Lions - A Pair

Vintage Asian “Sang De Bouf” Foo Lions - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking pair of vintage ceramic Foo Lions (Guardian Lions) is a definitive statement of Hollywood Regency glamour and Chinoiserie sophistication. Finished in a luscious, high-g...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 16cm
Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 16cm

Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 16cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

A beautiful pair of foo dogs, temple lions, vintage figurines made of turquoise and light blue glazed crackle ceramic, China.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Asian Carved Foo Dog Lion Architectural Corbels, a Pair
Antique Asian Carved Foo Dog Lion Architectural Corbels, a Pair

Antique Asian Carved Foo Dog Lion Architectural Corbels, a Pair

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent pair of Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) antique Chinese architectural elements with beautifully aged patina. circa 1900 Most impressive large scale, likely sculptural corbels...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood, Paint

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Ming Dynasty period (1368 - 1644) hand-carved stone Foo Dog guardian lion sculpture depicting a male placing his paw atop a ball.

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions
Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

Located in Norwood, NJ

Pair of hand carved Chinese Jade hardstone Foo Lions or Fu Dogs. This pair of Chinese spinach jade appears to be a nephrite, covered vases having a figural foo lion design with raise...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

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

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece, they are made from soapstone. This type of sculpture typically depicts two guardi...

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

20th Century Antique Chinese Qing Era Porcelain Foo Dogs
20th Century Antique Chinese Qing Era Porcelain Foo Dogs

20th Century Antique Chinese Qing Era Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Pomona, CA

This pair of magnificent Chinese antique Porcelain lions/foo dogs statuary are hand made and hand carved porcelain.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Carved Nanmu Wood Foo Lion Lamp with Dual Bulb Inlet
Hand Carved Nanmu Wood Foo Lion Lamp with Dual Bulb Inlet

Hand Carved Nanmu Wood Foo Lion Lamp with Dual Bulb Inlet

Located in Dallas, TX

A charming vintage Asian hand carved foo lion figure lamp. Made with Nanmu wood, a super durable softwood unique to China and South Asia.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

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Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture
Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

Unavailable

H 9 in W 11 in D 6.25 in

Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Chinese "Guardian Foo Lion" resin sculpture on a black wood plinth.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Resin, Wood

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion
19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

Unavailable

H 7 in W 9 in D 4 in

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

Located in Chamblee, GA

19th century Chinese standing export Foo Lion, no chips, cracks or repairs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion
Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

Unavailable

H 20.48 in W 19.49 in D 7.88 in

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

Located in Worcester, Worcestershire

Period: Vintage, 20th century, Chinese Composition: Ceramic Condition: Offered in good condition. A few small marks to dog and glaze. Chip to brow of dog. Old glue to base ...

Category

20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions
Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions

Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions

Located in New York, NY

Pair 12 inch Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions as covered boxes

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Stone Guardian Foo Lions
Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Unavailable

H 18 in W 11 in D 7 in

Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering a pair of Guardian foo lions. This pair is heavy cast stone with intricate detail. Starts on a rectangular plinth at the base. From there the lions are posed with one foot l...

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unavailable

H 37.8 in W 13 in D 14.97 in

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

Pair of stylised temple lions or Foo dogs on plinths. The wooden plinths are covered in flocked velvet and have an egg and dart surround to each face. The composition stone lions / d...

Category

20th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century
Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Foo lion sculptures of hand-carved and painted wood, c. 19th Century, possibly older. Condition: True antique patina and distress throughout; old losses and repairs, stress crack...

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion
Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

Unavailable

H 13 in W 16.54 in D 6.7 in

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

Located in Brussels, BE

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion. Some restoration to the metal on the bottom. Dimensions: 42x33x17 cm.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China
A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China

A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China

Located in Westport, CT

Original pair of stone foo Lions once flanking the front entrance of a mansions in Southern China.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

These reconstituted amber hand-carved foo lions were originally purchased at Gump's in San Francisco. The ball inside the mouth moves. These are exquisite and on scroll wood bases.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Reclaimed Wood, Resin

17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion
17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

Unavailable

H 9.5 in W 3.75 in D 5 in

17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

Located in SOMIS, CA

This adorable granite foo dog is caught in the moment with its toothy grin. Completely original. Hand carved from solid granite. Foo dog is believed to protect family wealth. Such a ...

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Granite, Stone

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'
Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'

Located in Bangkok, TH

A pair of 19th century, late Qing dynasty, Chinese guardian lions or "foo dogs" from Chaozhou Province.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Spruce

1980's Carved Wood Foo Dog Guardian Lion Glass Top Accent Table
1980's Carved Wood Foo Dog Guardian Lion Glass Top Accent Table

1980's Carved Wood Foo Dog Guardian Lion Glass Top Accent Table

Located in Charlotte, NC

An Asian style glass top accent table, unbranded. Solid pine base with a distressed whitewash finish carved in the form of a Foo Dog Guardian Lion with head and tail having a flat su...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Pine

19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops
19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops

19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops

Located in SOMIS, CA

A pair of very rare 19th century He Tian jade chops featuring carved foo dog lions. The He Tian Jade, from Xin Jiang province of Western China, is the most valuable white Jade in the...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade, Stone

1950s Chinese Wood Seat with Shell Lions Decoration
1950s Chinese Wood Seat with Shell Lions Decoration

1950s Chinese Wood Seat with Shell Lions Decoration

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H 12.21 in W 9.85 in D 14.18 in

1950s Chinese Wood Seat with Shell Lions Decoration

Located in 景德镇市, CN

Experience the elegance of traditional Chinese craftsmanship with this 1950s Chinese Wood Seat with Shell Lions Decoration.

Category

Vintage 1950s Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands
19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands

19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands

Unavailable

H 19 in W 6 in D 6 in

19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands

Located in Hudson, NY

Hand-forged in Bronze, these ornate yet subtle candle-stands, sets the stage for Chinese Imperial guardians, lions, or “foo dogs”.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese Porcelain Melon Jar Lamp and Shade
Antique Chinese Porcelain Melon Jar Lamp and Shade

Antique Chinese Porcelain Melon Jar Lamp and Shade

Located in New York, NY

19th century Chinese porcelain melon jar with foo lion design in coral mounted as a lamp with a pleated shade

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Japanese Taishō Period Bronze Champlevé Censer with Komainu Figure Lid, c. 1915
Japanese Taishō Period Bronze Champlevé Censer with Komainu Figure Lid, c. 1915

Japanese Taishō Period Bronze Champlevé Censer with Komainu Figure Lid, c. 1915

Located in San Francisco, CA

Komainu are also sometimes called shishi, and are the Japanese interpretation of the noble Chinese foo dog or guardian lion protectors. Fantastic design notable not just for the eye...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930
Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930

Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930

Unavailable

H 10.25 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930

Located in Culver City, CA

The lion head does appear to be the tao-tie beast but there is further relevance in the Chinese culture regarding Lions.

Category

Vintage 1930s Indonesian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Brass

Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures
Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures

Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures

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H 16 in W 15 in D 6 in

Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures

Located in New York, NY

Our pair of bronze guardian lions, or shi, are exceptional examples of late Qing dynasty design dating from the last quarter of the 19th century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Foo Lion Corbel, Carved and Painted Poplar Wood, Qing Dynasty, China
Chinese Foo Lion Corbel, Carved and Painted Poplar Wood, Qing Dynasty, China

Chinese Foo Lion Corbel, Carved and Painted Poplar Wood, Qing Dynasty, China

Located in Austin, TX

A large and playful Chinese foo lion or foo dog corbel of carved and polychromed poplar wood, yangmu, late Qing Dynasty, China.

Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood, Poplar

Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog
Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog

Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog

Located in Sheridan, CO

Large Chinese Foo lion. Predominantly green glaze with golden yellow detail attributed to Tang Dynasty glaze coloring.

Category

Antique 1820s Chinese Tang Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures
Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures

Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures

By Gold China

Located in Madrid, ES

Foo lions Pair of monumental blued bronze Khmer-style guardian sculptures, 20th century. On methacrylate bases. Lion measurements: 97 x 55 cm; Base measurements: 50 x 42 x 52...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions. Stunning nice scale pair of 20th century Chinese foo dogs or foo lions.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Terracotta

Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands
Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands

Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands

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H 8.25 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in

Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese pink quartz foo lions on stands, pair (2), carved from softly colored stone, the foo lions with celestial symbols on plinths obove carved reticulated rosewood stands. 8.25" ...

Category

20th Century Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble
Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble

Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble

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H 24 in W 10 in D 14 in

Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of hand carved Chinese Marble Shizi Foo Lion/Dogs. This pair of statues has great detail and patina.

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions
Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

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H 9.5 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Unusual pair of Chinese cloisonné foo lions featuring exaggerated expressions, stylized big cat characteristics, alluring blue background, and presented on the original carved and eb...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions
Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions

Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is a striking pair of Chinese umber glazed porcelain foo lions situated on similar plinths, 20th century.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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Chinese Foo Lions For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Chinese foo lions for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, stone and metal, all Chinese foo lions available were constructed with great care. Chinese foo lions have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of Chinese foo lions to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Folk Art and Hollywood Regency Chinese foo lions are of considerable interest.

How Much are Chinese Foo Lions?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,162, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $50,000 highest priced.