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19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition
19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

$1,111 / set

H 5.91 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in

19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

Located in Kramfors, SE

Chinese guardian lions in original condition. The lions are made from wood and were handmade

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer
19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

Located in NICE, FR

We present you with this stunning pair of statues representing Chinese guardian lions, also known

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

$13,880 / set

H 38 in W 14 in D 16 in

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Qing-dynasty home in China’s Shanxi province. One has a pearl under its foot, and the other has a lion

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues
Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

$15,951

H 42.13 in W 16.15 in D 33.47 in

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

In Asian culture, the lion-like guardian lion or foo dog is a symbol of protection and guardianship

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Sandstone

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Blue Ceramic
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Blue Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Blue Ceramic

Located in Poperinge, BE

Vintage pair of glazed ceramic Komainu figurines with a crackle effect, Guardian Lions, better

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions
Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions

Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions

Located in Essex, MA

Brightly painted with a male and female foo dog or Buddhistic lion one holding a ball for the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Foo Dogs
Chinese Foo Dogs

Chinese Foo Dogs

$5,070

H 22 in W 22 in D 14 in

Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Dallas, TX

Here we offer a pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, often called "Foo Dogs." Chinese Guardian Lions are

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Statues

Materials

Limestone

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair
Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair Chinese guardian

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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

$5,596Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 4 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in

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

Located in Atlanta, GA

guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament, but the

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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"

$16,800Sale Price|30% Off

H 41 in W 15 in D 22.5 in

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

Located in Dayton, OH

. 1,000 lbs each Known as Chinese guardian lions, imperial guardian lions, stone lions, shishi, lion dogs

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Statues

Materials

Marble

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bronze Urns with Lids
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bronze Urns with Lids

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bronze Urns with Lids

Located in Wainscott, NY

the lid is most often a Chinese guardian lion (shi / "foo dog" ), a stylized mythical beast. These

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Urns

Materials

Bronze

Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture
Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture

Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture

$1,680

H 10 in W 12 in D 5 in

Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture

Located in Asheville, NC

This cast iron piece features a statuary male Chinese guardian Lion (Foo Dog) proudly balancing

Category

20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

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

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

$3,875 / set

H 16 in W 15 in D 8 in

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Located in Norwood, NJ

from the open mouths when in use. Chinese guardian lions. Lions have long been associated with

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Located in Paris, FR

patina. Each oil lamp rests on four legs toppd by a Foo dog. Foo Dogs or Chinese guardian lions are a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Sculptures Bookends
Vintage Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Sculptures Bookends

Vintage Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Sculptures Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking pair of Chinese Guardian lions, also known as Food Dogs, beautifully rendered in a rich

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Bookends

Materials

Resin

Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp
Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp

Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp

$3,200 / set

H 16.75 in W 6 in D 4.5 in

Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp

Located in Sheffield, MA

called foo dogs or fu dogs. Foo dogs were originally displayed outdoors. These Chinese guardian lions

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns
Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

$13,242

H 66.54 in W 17.92 in D 13 in

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

. Originating in China, foo dogs resemble Chinese guardian lions, representing prosperity, success, and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Urns

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray
Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray

Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carved Chinese Foo Dog Cigar, cigarette, 420 Ashtray, or Incense Burner - Chinese Guardian Lion. A

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ashtrays

Materials

Wood

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese
Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese

$1,860 / set

H 24.41 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese

Located in Nicolosi, IT

lamps features a striking design inspired by the legendary Chinese guardian lions, symbolizing

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Antique Chinese Ginger Jar, Copper Red Ceramic, Foo Dog Lid, 1900
Antique Chinese Ginger Jar, Copper Red Ceramic, Foo Dog Lid, 1900

Antique Chinese Ginger Jar, Copper Red Ceramic, Foo Dog Lid, 1900

$2,339Sale Price|35% Off

H 23 in W 13 in D 13 in

Antique Chinese Ginger Jar, Copper Red Ceramic, Foo Dog Lid, 1900

Located in Lomita, CA

. The lid of the jar features a foo dog, also known as a "Chinese guardian lion" or "lion of Buddha

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

$3,550 / set

H 10 in W 5.5 in D 3 in

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

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century
Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

$480

H 4.5 in W 5.5 in D 2.5 in

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

A Chinese soapstone guardian lion, 19th century. 5 ½ inches wide by 2 ½ inches deep by 4 ½ inches

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

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

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

$16,900Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 32 in W 43 in D 13 in

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

gatekeepers seen throughout China and elsewhere in Asia. Traditional symbols of protection, they are made from

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion
Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

$4,800

H 19.5 in W 10.5 in D 19 in

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

Located in Sheffield, MA

The features of this stone Foo lion has been softened by being exposed to the elements for many

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Archaistic Statues

Materials

Stone

Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon
Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon

Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon

By Aerozon

Located in North Miami, FL

Chinoiserie motifs popularized in German Art Déco. Molded as a chinese guardian lion (or 'foo dog') with head

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

$1,200Sale Price|50% Off

H 6 in W 15 in D 8 in

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

Located in South Burlington, VT

A Chinese hand carved and hand painted wooden effigy of a fantastic Bixie dating to before Song

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair

$2,250 / set

H 17.25 in W 7.5 in D 12 in

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

modern take on the traditional Chinese guardian lion, each statue boasts a dramatic two-tone glaze

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Earthenware

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century
A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

jade green lappets centred by gilt shisa (the Japanese variant of Chinese guardian lions), the central

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800
Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

$9,800 / set

H 21.5 in W 7 in D 24 in

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

This pair of limestone fu lion-dogs once protected a grand courtyard home in 19th-century China

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

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. The near

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

$8,680 / set

H 29 in W 13 in D 14 in

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

Located in Chicago, IL

guarded the entrance to one of provincial China's grand homes. One peers up and the other down, both

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

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

$799 / set

H 3.5 in W 1.75 in D 1.75 in

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

Located in Lomita, CA

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

20th Century Large Pair of Chinese Cast Iron Guardian Lions
20th Century Large Pair of Chinese Cast Iron Guardian Lions

20th Century Large Pair of Chinese Cast Iron Guardian Lions

Located in Point Richmond, CA

finish over their natural color, but they can be repainted any color. While they represent guardian lions

Category

20th Century Chinese Other Statues

Materials

Iron

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This pair of intricately carved limestone fu lions once protected the entry of a grand courtyard

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century
Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century

$2,065Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 3.55 in W 1.97 in D 2.76 in

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century

Located in Richmond, CA

This exquisite pair of celadon jade guardian lions hails from the early Republic of China period, a

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures

Located in Forney, TX

Guardian Lion / Foo Dog, in a deep rich dark green glaze, pewter silver-tone and heavily weathered patina

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Architectural Elements

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of Chinese sculpted and polychromed temple guardian lions architectural wood carvings. Born

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif
Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif

Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif

Located in New York, NY

rectangular body crowned with a hand carved guardian lion (a Chinese leitmotif) and accompanying pup, climbing

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Jade

Pair Monumental Polychrome Terracotta Buddhist Guardian Lions
Pair Monumental Polychrome Terracotta Buddhist Guardian Lions

Pair Monumental Polychrome Terracotta Buddhist Guardian Lions

Located in New York, NY

Pair of monumental Chinese polychrome glazed terracotta guardian lions each measuring 39 1/2 by 21

Category

20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Pewter

1920s Red Guardian Lions Antique Silk Chinese Embroidery 3' x 3' 6" Woven Rug
1920s Red Guardian Lions Antique Silk Chinese Embroidery 3' x 3' 6" Woven Rug

1920s Red Guardian Lions Antique Silk Chinese Embroidery 3' x 3' 6" Woven Rug

Located in New York, NY

features powerful, stylized Imperial Guardian Lions (Foo Dogs) rendered in detailed embroidery, often

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Other Textiles

Materials

Silk

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lions - A Pair
Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lions - A Pair

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lions - A Pair

$1,550 / set

H 8.25 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lions - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking pair of vintage guardian lions, traditionally known as Foo Dogs, is a vibrant example

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850
Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850

Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850

$8,800 / set

H 54 in W 24 in D 37.5 in

Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

emphasizes the authority of the king. Guardian lions such as these were known to flank the entryways of Khmer

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Southeast Asian Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

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

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions
A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions

A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions

$3,360Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 18 in W 16 in D 6 in

A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pair rare and fine ceramic with san-cai guardian lions, lively modeled with intricate details

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Daybed with Bamboo Seat and Guardian Lions
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Daybed with Bamboo Seat and Guardian Lions

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Daybed with Bamboo Seat and Guardian Lions

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood daybed from the 19th century, with carved foo dog guardian

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds

Materials

Bamboo, Elm

Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions
Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions

Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions

Located in Kastrup, DK

Rare pair of large Chinese carved stone foo dog guardian lions. Originated from a house of a

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Statues

Materials

Stone

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Panel with Cloud Motifs and Guardian Lion
19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Panel with Cloud Motifs and Guardian Lion

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Panel with Cloud Motifs and Guardian Lion

Located in Yonkers, NY

motifs and guardian lion. Hand-carved during the 19th century, this Qing dynasty wooden architectural

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Concrete Foo Dog Guardian Lions
Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Concrete Foo Dog Guardian Lions

Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Concrete Foo Dog Guardian Lions

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

A striking and substantial pair of early 20th century Chinese Foo Dog guardian lions, cast in solid

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Statues

Materials

Concrete

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions
Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

Located in New York, NY

Pair highly stylized large Chinese or Japanese carved wooden guardian lions (fu lions or foo dogs

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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Chinese 'Guardian Lion' Door Panel
Chinese 'Guardian Lion' Door Panel

Chinese 'Guardian Lion' Door Panel

Unavailable

H 33.25 in W 18.75 in D 2.25 in

Chinese 'Guardian Lion' Door Panel

Located in Woodbury, CT

sentry lions among foliage on a solid red background. The surrounding pierce-carved framing is ebonised

Category

Antique 1830s Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood

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

Category

20th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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

looking decorative Chinese guardian lion statue.             

Category

20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Spruce

Pair of Large Chinese Vases
Pair of Large Chinese Vases

Pair of Large Chinese Vases

Unavailable

H 33 in W 18 in D 18 in

Pair of Large Chinese Vases

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Details of Chinese guardian lions on enamel jars with lids atop pedestals. 18 x 33 in. $2,450 for

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Jars

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lion
Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lion

Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lion

Unavailable

H 14.5 in W 17 in D 6 in

Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Guardian Lion

Located in Sheffield, MA

Large and antique Chinese Sancai glazed pottery guardian lion, its mouth drawn back in a snarl

Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu
20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu

20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu

Unavailable

H 11.42 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in

20th Century Meiji Era Kutani ware Komainu

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

features refined decorative enamelling and gilding. Komainu have a strong resemblance to Chinese Guardian

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion Chop Seal
Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion Chop Seal

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion Chop Seal

Unavailable

H 3.94 in W 1.19 in D 1.19 in

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion Chop Seal

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering a Chinese chop seal. Starts on thin square base that rises. Atop the seal is a guardian

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Asian Art, Objects and Fu...

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Carved Serpentine Stone Guardian Lions
Chinese Carved Serpentine Stone Guardian Lions

Chinese Carved Serpentine Stone Guardian Lions

Unavailable

H 8 in W 3.25 in D 4.75 in

Chinese Carved Serpentine Stone Guardian Lions

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering this pair of stunning carved serpentine guardian lions. On rectangular plinths with

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Serpentine

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

Qing Dynasty -China  -Carved Stone Guardian Lion
Qing Dynasty -China  -Carved Stone Guardian Lion

Qing Dynasty -China -Carved Stone Guardian Lion

Unavailable

H 27 in W 10 in D 15 in

Qing Dynasty -China -Carved Stone Guardian Lion

Located in Hudson, NY

expertly carved lion with great details all the way around.The color is a light grey with a light

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Chinese Shiwan Pottery Ornamental Guardian Lion, Mid-20th Century
Chinese Shiwan Pottery Ornamental Guardian Lion, Mid-20th Century

Chinese Shiwan Pottery Ornamental Guardian Lion, Mid-20th Century

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Chinese Shiwan pottery ornamental guardian lion, mid-20th century in excellent condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

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

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

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

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Guardian Lion Sculpture, Red, Limited Edition
Guardian Lion Sculpture, Red, Limited Edition

Guardian Lion Sculpture, Red, Limited Edition

Unavailable

H 27.17 in W 30.32 in D 16.54 in

Guardian Lion Sculpture, Red, Limited Edition

By Lladro

Located in Florence, IT

Limited series sculpture of a guardian lion with a sphere in red and gold enamel, representing the

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940
Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940

Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940

Located in San Francisco, CA

derived from Chinese guardian lions—that resembles a cross between a lion and a dog. Shisa are wards

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Gold

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

finish carved in the form of a Foo Dog Guardian Lion with head and tail having a flat surface to support

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Pine

Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940
Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940

Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940

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H 17.72 in W 9.85 in D 18.9 in

Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940

Located in Sint-Kruis, BE

Pair of foo dogs, beautifully carved and delicately gilded. Chinese or Imperial guardian lions are

Category

20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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

shishi, and are the Japanese interpretation of the noble Chinese foo dog or guardian lion protectors

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

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

guardians, lions, or “foo dogs”. At the top of the candle-stands, near the pricket, sits a frog on a lily

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Chinese Guardian Lions
Chinese Guardian Lions

Chinese Guardian Lions

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H 96 in W 34 in D 22 in

Chinese Guardian Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

These majestic creatures are c. 1800 (Qing Dynasty). This pair of These limestone guardians are

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Brown Glazed Ceramic, 19th Century
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Brown Glazed Ceramic, 19th Century

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Brown Glazed Ceramic, 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Pair of small Chinese guardian lions or Foo Dogs made of dark brown glazed ceramic. The lions have

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Desk Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Guardian Lion Charm Ring, c. 1900
Chinese Guardian Lion Charm Ring, c. 1900

Chinese Guardian Lion Charm Ring, c. 1900

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H 0.75 in W 2.75 in D 0.75 in

Chinese Guardian Lion Charm Ring, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

lion, enclosed by a geometric border and flanked by auspicious ruyi symbols. Also known as a foo dog or

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

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

Chinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural

Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Multi-Color Guardian Lions
Pair of Multi-Color Guardian Lions

Pair of Multi-Color Guardian Lions

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H 18.75 in W 8 in D 6 in

Pair of Multi-Color Guardian Lions

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Beautifully Decorated and Painted Pair of Multi-Color Chinese Guardian Lions with Underglaze of

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Stunning Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Chinese Lion Foo Dog Guardians Table Lamps
Stunning Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Chinese Lion Foo Dog Guardians Table Lamps

Stunning Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Chinese Lion Foo Dog Guardians Table Lamps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

bronzed and stamped Chinese guardian lions or Imperial guardian lions often miscalled "Foo Dogs" in the

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina
Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina

Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of vintage Chinese stone Foo Dogs guardian lions from the mid-20th century, with sandstone

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Pair Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Guardian Lions Antique
Pair Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Guardian Lions Antique

Pair Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Guardian Lions Antique

Located in Potters Bar, GB

of rusting Antique foo dogs, also known as "Chinese guardian lions," carry rich cultural significance

Category

Vintage 1920s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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

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

Located in Dayton, OH

previous owner from an important New York estate in the early 1980’s. Known as Chinese guardian lions

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Pair of Antique White Marble Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1850
Pair of Antique White Marble Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1850

Pair of Antique White Marble Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1850

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a pair of antique white marble Chinese Foo dogs. Also known as Chinese "guardian lions

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Japonisme Statues

Materials

Marble

Circa 1850 Limestone Column with Chinese Foo Dog
Circa 1850 Limestone Column with Chinese Foo Dog

Circa 1850 Limestone Column with Chinese Foo Dog

Located in Dallas, TX

of steel and holds the column upright. The Foo Dogs, also known as the Chinese guardian lions, are

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Sang De Boeuf Ginger Jars with Foo Dog Topper and Rosewood Stand, a Pair
Chinese Sang De Boeuf Ginger Jars with Foo Dog Topper and Rosewood Stand, a Pair

Chinese Sang De Boeuf Ginger Jars with Foo Dog Topper and Rosewood Stand, a Pair

Located in Doylestown, PA

protective Chinese guardian lions, known as foo dogs in the West, on the tops of the lids. A deep Sang de

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Rosewood

Chinese Carved Stone Foo Dog
Chinese Carved Stone Foo Dog

Chinese Carved Stone Foo Dog

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H 17.33 in W 8.67 in D 10.24 in

Chinese Carved Stone Foo Dog

Located in London, GB

guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament, but the

Category

20th Century Asian Ming Animal Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Chinoiserie Desk Set, 19th Century
Chinoiserie Desk Set, 19th Century

Chinoiserie Desk Set, 19th Century

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H 4.73 in W 15.16 in D 5.91 in

Chinoiserie Desk Set, 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

are crowned by Chinese guardian lions. The tray is decorated with floral decoration accented in brass.   

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinoiserie Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Chinese Export Foo Dogs
A Pair of Chinese Export Foo Dogs

A Pair of Chinese Export Foo Dogs

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H 9.75 in W 4.75 in D 2.5 in

A Pair of Chinese Export Foo Dogs

Located in Katonah, NY

the late 1800's. Chinese guardian lions, known as stone lions or Imperial lions, and often called

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair
Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair

Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair

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H 17.5 in W 12 in D 8 in

Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Brass Foo Dogs Statues - Pair Chinese guardian lion, also known as a "Foo Dog" in the West

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s
Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s

Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s

Located in Bastogne, BE

, or Chinese guardian lions, are fun accents for any coffee table or bookcase. Each piece was

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Vintage 1970s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Carved Marble Foo Dog or Shishi Sculptures
Pair of Chinese Carved Marble Foo Dog or Shishi Sculptures

Pair of Chinese Carved Marble Foo Dog or Shishi Sculptures

Located in Milford, NH

guardian lions, each presented on a rectangular decorated pedestal, with one head slightly turned left and

Category

20th Century Chinese Statues

Materials

Marble

A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs
A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs

A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs

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H 12.75 in W 5 in D 6 in

A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Katonah, NY

A pair of commanding 19th century Chinese export figures of lion dogs with traditional attached

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Rococo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

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H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Located in Roma, IT

conditions Chinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Armature Lamp Featuring a Chinese Foo Dog by William Haines
Armature Lamp Featuring a Chinese Foo Dog by William Haines

Armature Lamp Featuring a Chinese Foo Dog by William Haines

By William Billy Haines

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Sophisticated table lamp featuring a ceramic Chinese guardian lion, (known in the west as a foot or

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Wood, Ceramic

A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs
A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs

A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs

Located in Catania, Sicilia

popular color in mid-20th century decorative arts, is in perfect condition. The: Chinese guardian lion

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs
1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs

1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs

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H 12.6 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in

1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Marbella, ES

with vibrant colors and gold details. These sculptures represent Chinese guardian lions, symbols of

Category

Late 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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

Pair of decorative antique Chinese handcarved polychrome wooden guardian lions (also called Foodogs

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Brown Lacquered Doors with a Red and Gilt Chinese Decor, 19th Century
Pair of Brown Lacquered Doors with a Red and Gilt Chinese Decor, 19th Century

Pair of Brown Lacquered Doors with a Red and Gilt Chinese Decor, 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

a red and gilt flamed Asian lion putting its paw on a globe – probably representing the male Chinese

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Mirrors

Materials

Wood

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

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

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H 22 in W 13 in D 10.5 in

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. Traditional symbols of protection, they a...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Pair Chinese Sancai Glazed Stoneware Guardian Foo Lions, 1960s, China
Pair Chinese Sancai Glazed Stoneware Guardian Foo Lions, 1960s, China

Pair Chinese Sancai Glazed Stoneware Guardian Foo Lions, 1960s, China

Located in Austin, TX

A fun and ferocious pair of Chinese sancai glazed guardian lions, mid 20th century, circa 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stoneware

Pair Chinese Caved Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs
Pair Chinese Caved Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs

Pair Chinese Caved Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of 20th century Chinese carved wood guardian lions, sometimes called foo dogs in the west

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Transitional Style Rug with Khotan and Chinese Foo Dog Design, Square Rug
Transitional Style Rug with Khotan and Chinese Foo Dog Design, Square Rug

Transitional Style Rug with Khotan and Chinese Foo Dog Design, Square Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

powerfully symbolic. Foo dogs are actually lions and also known as Chinese guardian lions. Foo dogs are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Khotan Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Pair of Massive Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Guardian Lions
Pair of Massive Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Guardian Lions

Pair of Massive Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Guardian Lions

Located in New York, NY

Pair of massive Chinese cloisonné enamel guardian lions; each parcel-gilt and finely detailed with

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm
Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm

Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

Vintage glazed ceramic Komainu statue with a crackle effect, Guardian Lion, or better known as a

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Bronze Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Bronze Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Bronze Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

These tall bronze Fu lions once guarded the entrance to a grand Chinese home. Also known as shizi

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

Antique Guardian Lion Figure, Chinese, Bronze Ornament, Buddhist Icon, Victorian
Antique Guardian Lion Figure, Chinese, Bronze Ornament, Buddhist Icon, Victorian

Antique Guardian Lion Figure, Chinese, Bronze Ornament, Buddhist Icon, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique guardian lion figure. A Chinese, bronze Buddhist icon ornament, dating to the

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions

Located in Guaynabo, PR

These are two medium size and heavy ceramic Chinese sculptures of foo dogs that are playing with a

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion
19th Century Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion

19th Century Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion

Located in Chicago, IL

headrest features a guardian lion in pursuit of an embroidered ball, a symbol of love and loyalty. A

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp.

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Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs

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Antique Carved Oak Wood Paneled Room, Napoleon III Style, France, 1880

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Pair of Large Carved Chinese Wood Foo Dogs

Pair of Large Carved Chinese Wood Foo Dogs

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