Chinese Guardian

Old glue to base of tail Good looking decorative Chinese guardian lion statue.             

Handsome, traditional colorations in this provincial rendition of the Chinese guardian.

Details of Chinese guardian lions on enamel jars with lids atop pedestals. 18 x 33 in

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

Large and antique Chinese Sancai glazed pottery guardian lion, its mouth drawn back in a snarl, wearing a shawl and carrying an urn on its back, standing four square on a plinth.

History of the Chinese chop seal. Chop seals have been a part of Chinese culture for thousands of years.

Offering this pair of stunning carved serpentine guardian lions. On rectangular plinths with geometric patterns and circles they rise up. One is guarding a ball under one foot and th...

Komainu have a strong resemblance to Chinese Guardian Lions (Shishi), and it is believed that the Japanese were exposed to these ‘lion-dogs’ through Korea in the 8th century.

Well-Carved, Fierce Head of a Buddhist Guardian, Intended to Protect Against Evil Spirits.

A pair of Chinese gilt and polychrome bronze Buddhist guardians (Tienhuang) of the North and the South.

expertly carved lion with great details all the way around.The color is a light grey with a light brown patina .The darkened area is an iron deposit that has pieces all around the body.

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

A pair of Chinese earthenware Lokopala (T'ien-wang). These two Lokapala represent two of the four Guardian Kings, who in Buddhist thought are believed to protect the four cardinal po...

Pair of large Chinese sancai-glazed earthenware figures of Lokopala (T'ien-wang).

Matched Pair of Painted Pottery Sculptural Figures of Tomb Guardians Wearing Helmets and Full Body Armor, and Stading in Defensive Martial Arts Position

A Red Pottery Tomb Guardian , Northern Wei Dynasty, 386 - 534.

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...

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...

Lid features a delightfully charming butter yellow and baby blue grinning shisa figure on top—a traditional Ryukyuan cultural artifact and decoration from Okinawa mythology derived f...

Offering this magnificent pair of Jadeite guardian foo dogs. They are a small simple pair done in the mid-20th century. The small wooden bases were hand carved. The foo dogs sit atop...

Nicely rendered facial expressiveness in this guardian figure; as further warning to any threat, note the position of the right foot subordinating a small figure. "Documentation of A...

Limited series sculpture of a guardian lion with a sphere in red and gold enamel, representing the flower of life, as the protector of Buddhist temples and palaces. For thousands of...

This late late 7th century Tang Dynasty, ca. 613-901 A.D. depicts the Lokapala or Heavenly Guardian. Made of earthenware with polychrome glaze and pigment. Great condition figure i...

Chines Tang Dynasty sancai glazed pottery figure of a Guardian is a protector of the deceased. This warrior dressed in armor with a fierce face and imposing position would accompany ...

A large ceramic sculptural figure of a guardian from the Tang dynasty (618-907 A.D.) A menacing figure standing on a base in warrior pose. Wearing a helmet and armor, with arms prot...

Minneapolis, 1991, page 136, Robert Jacobson notes, that these "summer-winter" tables were quite common during the Ming Period, but very few survived. China Guardian aucti...

A very refined, unusual and important lively modeled pottery statue of guardian, dramatic and powerful pose, early Tang dynasty, 618-907AD, comes with Oxford authentication TL test c...

An elegant statue of standing guardian, benevolent facial expression, fine details, Han dynasty 206BC-220AD. Come with Oxford TL test certificate. I have on major discount with prior...

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

A Tang Dynasty Guardian official with Sancai Glazes. The three colored glazed figures are prized objects, and only the very top officials of the Tang Dynasty were given access and p...

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...

A pair of very refined standing pottery statue of guardians, dramatic facial expression, beautiful detail, early Tang dynasty 618-907, come with one Oxford authentication TL test cer...

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

Vintage Chinese Wood Carving Lions Sculptures – Guardian Fu Lion Pair in Traditional Style This Vintage Chinese Wood Carving Lions Sculptures Pair showcases the iconic Fu Lions (als...

These foo dogs have very adorable, happy expressions. Foo dogs are guardians whom the Chinese believe to protect the house and its wealth.

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...

The rockbird, meanwhile, is associated with strength, power, and nobility, and is often depicted in Chinese mythology as a guardian or protector.

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

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

These majestic creatures are c. 1800 (Qing Dynasty). This pair of These limestone guardians are displayed on carved bases Together with their carved bases they stand 96” tall. The ...

Once an essential component of a Chinese carpenter's toolkit, this reel lives on as a storied sculptural object.

Scholarly pursuits such as painting, calligraphy, and poetry were a highly respected and revered subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only f...

Dated to the late 19th century, this silver charm ring was believed to protect the wearer from bad luck and malevolent spirits. The ring is decorated in relief with a repoussé design...

About Chinese pair of stone guardian foo dogs/guardian lions Referred to as “Foo Dogs” or “Fu Dogs” in western culture, these handsome stone gatekeepers are seen throughout Asia.

These petite 19th century guardian Fu dogs, each hand carved from a single block of blue stone, once sat upon a family altar table in a grand Provincial Chinese home.

These figurines depict Foo dogs, originating from China. The original Guardian Lions can be traced back to the Han Dynasty, where they were traditionally displayed in front of Chines...

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

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair Chinese guardian lions, also called Fu (Foo) Lions, lions of Buddha, are a common representation of th...

Pair of white marble carved stone fu dogs / Chinese guardian lion figurines or bookends. Dimensions: 4" x 3.25" x 6.75" (WIdth x Depth x Height)

Beautifully Decorated and Painted Pair of Multi-Color Chinese Guardian Lions with Underglaze of Emerald Green, with Tight Curled Blue Manes, and Light Aubergine Colored Coat and Tail...

Chinese guardian lions are sometimes referred to in English as shishi, from the Chinese shí shi (Chinese: ??

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

Provenance; Private Collection where acquired by the previous owner from an important New York estate in the early 1980’s. Known as Chinese guardian lions, imperial guardian lion...

This is a pair of antique white marble Chinese Foo dogs. Also known as Chinese "guardian lions," foo dogs have traditionally stood in front of Chinese Imperial palaces, Imperial tomb...

Gorgeous pair of bronze Chinese foo dogs Great look to this pair which are a perfect left and right Circa 1920 with a great patina to the bronze Of course being bronze these can live...

The Foo Dogs, also known as the Chinese guardian lions, are the ancient sacred dogs of Asia who have traditionally guarded palaces, temples, tombs and homes of the wealthy.

A striking Chinese bronze incense burner rendered in an archaistic style, inspired by the powerful ritual bronzes of ancient China. The vessel stands on four dramatic clawed feet, gi...

Fierce pair of ceramic Chinese Foo dogs on stands depicted sitting. Made in a beautiful famille verte green with bright yellow accents. Large size standing 14 inches high. One has a ...

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands. Stunning large pair of antique Chinese beautifully hand decorated glazed ceramic foo dogs or foo lions. This lovely pair of Chinese e...

Wow! This is a pair or set of monumental Chinese corbels with heavily carved hanging food dogs and pups. The detail is incredible. The slightly smaller corbel is about 2 inches short...

Monumental Chinese Qing style foo dog or foo lion temple sculpture intricately hand-crafted from wood. The large statue has an aged, weathered patina with a bleached finish. Original...

A fine antique pair of Chinese hand-carved soapstone seals dating to circa 1820, during the Qing Dynasty. Each seal is surmounted by a sculptural Buddhist lion accompanied by its pup...

Each seated on pedestals one stepping on a ball the other clutching a reptilian creature. Painted in the spinach and egg color.

Large pair of antique Chinese porcelain foo dogs. Stunning pair of antique Chinese hand decorated porcelain foo dogs or foo lions. This beautiful pair of Chinese foo dogs are execute...

A crisply carved antique Chinese red cinnabar lacquer lidded round box with blue enamel interior and brass fittings. The "dragon's blood" trinket box has a fine peony, foliate and fl...

A delightful pair of Chinese famille verte enameled porcelain covered jars with foo lions, circa 1960's, China. The jars of baluster form and painted in bold and bright famille vert...

A rare and finely executed altar model, South Germany, circa 1790, conceived as a miniature architectural study for a church high altar, complete with its original painted decoration...

An exquisite 19th-century Chinese hardwood display cabinet, masterfully carved and richly detailed throughout. Crafted during the late Qing Dynasty, this rare piece exemplifies the a...

Just discovered and coming from a Shinto Shrine deaccession Call or message us for details or to reserve. Japan an early and superb pair (2) of mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs als...

A magnificent large rare and most impressive Italian baldachin tabernacle altar niche / altarpiece. circa 1800 Exquisitely hand-crafted in Italy in the early 19th century, this extr...

This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...

Large Size Male Guardian Lion Foo Dog in Turquoise Blue Glazed Porcelain Algora Porcelains Designed from 1920 to 1949. This is a male guardian lion sculpture, is recognized as it is ...

English cast iron umbrella / cane stand with three section top, scrolled floral side mounts, four removable pans, and terminating on decorative cast egg and dart base.

Gallic Grandeur: Geo Martel's Polychrome Chinoiserie Faience Vases Presenting a beautiful pair of large French Faience Vases and Covers by the esteemed manufacturer Geo Martel, dati...

A beautiful pair of large vintage Chinese hand carved wood foo dogs painted a deep red with a heavy gold gilt, circa 1960s. The dogs (or lions) are in very good condition and measure...

Bronze and resin moon wall-mounted sculpture by the French artist Michel Pichard Unique piece Measures: larger dimensions 150 cm diameter for 20 cm depth.