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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 testament to the era's craftsmanship.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Set of 4 Chinese Animal Figurines in Jade and Onyx – Elephants, Lion & Dog, 20th
Set of 4 Chinese Animal Figurines in Jade and Onyx – Elephants, Lion & Dog, 20th

Set of 4 Chinese Animal Figurines in Jade and Onyx – Elephants, Lion & Dog, 20th

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Set of 4 Chinese Animal Figurines in Jade and Onyx – Elephants, Lion & Dog, 20th Century Description: This refined set of four animal figurines, crafted in China during the 20th cen...

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Jade, Onyx

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 appears to be a nephrite, covered vases having a figural foo lion design with raise...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

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

This modern Chinese jadeite seal stone, standing at an impressive 8 inches on its stand, is a remarkable piece of artistry, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship associated with con...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

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

This beautiful Art Deco stamp was realized in China, circa 1925. It features a volumetric rectangular body crowned with a hand carved guardian lion (a Chinese leitmotif) and accompan...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Jade

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Chinese Carved Jade Figure of a Buddhistic Lion Supporting a Vase

Chinese Carved Jade Figure of a Buddhistic Lion Supporting a Vase

Located in New York, NY

Chinese carved jade figure of a buddhistic lion supporting a vase, late Qing Dynasty.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Jade

Pair of Chinese Carved Lion Sculptures in Spinach Jade on Lotus Pedestal
Pair of Chinese Carved Lion Sculptures in Spinach Jade on Lotus Pedestal

Pair of Chinese Carved Lion Sculptures in Spinach Jade on Lotus Pedestal

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Chinese carved spinach jade lions; each seated upon a rectangular double lotus pedestal; measures: H 7 3/4" (each, approximate).

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20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

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

Chinese Carved Jade Lion Victory Sculpture 20th C
Chinese Carved Jade Lion Victory Sculpture 20th C

Chinese Carved Jade Lion Victory Sculpture 20th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Chinese hand carved victory sculpture depicts lion resting against shield, 20th century Measures - 3.5''H x 6.25''W x 2.5''D.

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20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Jade

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

Chinese jade archaic style "Temple lion" sculpture.

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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

19th Century Chinese Sculpture Lion in Carved Jade
19th Century Chinese Sculpture Lion in Carved Jade

19th Century Chinese Sculpture Lion in Carved Jade

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful antique sculpture in precious green jade made in china. Fine figure of Lion in Chinese symbolic culture they are guardians of the temple.

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Antique 1880s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

China Fine Antique Rich Green Jade Lion, Qing Dynasty
China Fine Antique Rich Green Jade Lion, Qing Dynasty

China Fine Antique Rich Green Jade Lion, Qing Dynasty

Located in South Burlington, VT

China, a finely carved antique green jade of a stealthy lion- a significant jade ornament with a rich green deep color punctuated with traces of russet brown and cream inclusions on ...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Jade

Antique Large Heavy Chinese Spinach Jade Foo Lion Covered Vase
Antique Large Heavy Chinese Spinach Jade Foo Lion Covered Vase

Antique Large Heavy Chinese Spinach Jade Foo Lion Covered Vase

Located in Norton, MA

A large and heavy Chinese spinach jade appears to be a nephrite, covered vase having a figural foo lion design with raised Phoenix tail feather designs.

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Jade

China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Lion and Tiger Pair, Ming Dynasty
China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Lion and Tiger Pair, Ming Dynasty

China Fine Antique Jade Celadon Lion and Tiger Pair, Ming Dynasty

Located in South Burlington, VT

China, a finely carved antique celadon jade of a cat kingdom pair: lion with mounted tiger - a significant jade ornament with a classic rich celadon colors picked out with dark accen...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Jade

A Fine Antique Chinese Jade Carving Of a Lion Dog
A Fine Antique Chinese Jade Carving Of a Lion Dog

A Fine Antique Chinese Jade Carving Of a Lion Dog

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H 1.97 in W 1.58 in D 1.97 in

A Fine Antique Chinese Jade Carving Of a Lion Dog

Located in London, GB

A CHINESE JADE CARVING OF A LION DOG 19th/ early 20th Century Carved as a recumbent lion dog, beautifully hand carved from the high quality of a white nephrite jade. 4.8cm long ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese Green Jade Figure
Chinese Green Jade Figure

Chinese Green Jade Figure

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H 1.58 in W 1.58 in D 0.4 in

Chinese Green Jade Figure

Located in Fossano, IT

A Chinese green jade carved lion or pho dog, 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Qing jade lion and cub on Zitan stand
Qing jade lion and cub on Zitan stand

Qing jade lion and cub on Zitan stand

Located in Vancouver, BC

Qing Dynasty Jade Lion and cub in Celaadon jade on Zitan elaborately carved stand.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Antique Jade Pitcher
Antique Jade Pitcher

Antique Jade Pitcher

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H 7.5 in W 7.5 in

Antique Jade Pitcher

Located in San Francisco, CA

A Chinese Carved Jade Lidded Pitcher with Lion Handles on a Rosewood Stand. 19th Century.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Carved Green Quartz Temple Lion Lamp
Carved Green Quartz Temple Lion Lamp

Carved Green Quartz Temple Lion Lamp

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H 22 in W 6.5 in D 4 in

Carved Green Quartz Temple Lion Lamp

Located in Great Barrington, MA

A nice touch of the old Orient. The finial appears to be jade.
The pull chain adds a nice touch. This is currently set up to
take a smallish light bulb with a standard ...

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20th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Quartz, Jade, Brass

Antique Chinese Carved Jade Buddhistic Lion
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Buddhistic Lion

Antique Chinese Carved Jade Buddhistic Lion

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H 6.5 in W 7.5 in D 2.5 in

Antique Chinese Carved Jade Buddhistic Lion

Located in Sheffield, MA

Chinese carved jade standing buddhistic lion with growling features and raised tail on a carved hardware stand.

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Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese Green Jade Foo Fu Dog Guardion Lion, 20th Century
Chinese Green Jade Foo Fu Dog Guardion Lion, 20th Century

Chinese Green Jade Foo Fu Dog Guardion Lion, 20th Century

Located in Basel, BS

20th Century Chinese green jade foo fu dog guardion lion. Beautiful decorative piece that fits in any environment.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Jade

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Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Malachite Obelisks
Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Malachite Obelisks

Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Malachite Obelisks

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A pair of Russian neoclassical style obelisks of malachite. Square, tapered shafts on a raised panel stepped base. Great color to malachite. One obelisk has a slight 'lean' to the up...

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20th Century Russian Neoclassical Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone, Malachite

Samuraï Maeda Armor
Samuraï Maeda Armor

Samuraï Maeda Armor

$27,617

H 90.56 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in

Samuraï Maeda Armor

Located in Paris, FR

Armor Samuraï Maeda, ceremonial armor with handcrafted helmet and protects. Made with original japanese fabrics only use for samuraï armor confection, with solid brass and metal deta...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Fabric, Glass

Pair of Carved Marble Recumbent Lions
Pair of Carved Marble Recumbent Lions

Pair of Carved Marble Recumbent Lions

$3,275 / set

H 8.5 in W 12.5 in D 4.5 in

Pair of Carved Marble Recumbent Lions

By Antonio Canova

Located in Norwood, NJ

Fine quality antique carved marble recumbent lions after models by Antonio Canova. Architectural elements most likely part of a larger element or grouping.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Architectural Elements

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of Large Chinese Hardstone, Jade and Cloisonné Enamel Flower Models
Pair of Large Chinese Hardstone, Jade and Cloisonné Enamel Flower Models

Pair of Large Chinese Hardstone, Jade and Cloisonné Enamel Flower Models

Located in London, GB

Pair of large Chinese hardstone, jade and cloisonné enamel flower models Chinese, 20th Century Height 39cm, width 25cm, depth 25cm Crafted in 20th century China, this pair of lar...

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20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stone, Jade, Metal, Enamel

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas
Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

$17,858Sale Price|20% Off

H 28.75 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

Exceptional Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Bibliotheque
Exceptional Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Bibliotheque

Exceptional Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Bibliotheque

$1,224,841

H 118.9 in W 157.49 in D 30.32 in

Exceptional Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Bibliotheque

Located in London, GB

The overhanging foliate cornice above a frieze with reliefs of female and male figures surmounted by ribbon ties and flanked by foliage and laurel leaves, above two pairs of glazed d...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Ormolu

Renaissance Style Oak Tester 4 Poster Bed Armorial Tapestry Bedspread King Size
Renaissance Style Oak Tester 4 Poster Bed Armorial Tapestry Bedspread King Size

Renaissance Style Oak Tester 4 Poster Bed Armorial Tapestry Bedspread King Size

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...

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Mid-20th Century English Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan
Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A very attractive Japanese wood table top jewelry or collector's chest with marquetry and lacquer decoration, Meiji period, circa 1900, Japan. Previously in the collection of Asbjorn...

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Softwood, Lacquer

A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.
A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.

A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.

Located in Milan, IT

This large branch of Mediterranean coral, 'Corallium Rubrum' is mounted on a gilt bronze base. The creation of the vase-shaped base involves various techniques: lost wax casting, mol...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Bronze

Chinese Carved Jade Hu Vase, Qing Style, with Wood Stand, 20th Century
Chinese Carved Jade Hu Vase, Qing Style, with Wood Stand, 20th Century

Chinese Carved Jade Hu Vase, Qing Style, with Wood Stand, 20th Century

$750Sale Price|21% Off

H 7.5 in W 4.25 in D 2.25 in

Chinese Carved Jade Hu Vase, Qing Style, with Wood Stand, 20th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Carved Jade Covered Hu Vase, with two mask head with rings handles, incised taotie design to each side, and on a fitted carved wood stand. Overall: 7.5" H x 4.25" W x 2.25" D...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese jade carving of a double gourd form cover jar
Chinese jade carving of a double gourd form cover jar

Chinese jade carving of a double gourd form cover jar

Located in New York, NY

jade with apple green and russet tones; jade carving on fitted wooden base; measurements of jade carving only: 5.5in(H) x 6in(W) x 4in(D); overall measurements with wooden base: 7i...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan
An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan

An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Ceremony Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan. This extraordinary Meiji-period shibayama cabinet, attributed to the Tokugawa samurai clan, s...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Red Lacquer Canopy Bed with Footrest, c. 1900
Chinese Red Lacquer Canopy Bed with Footrest, c. 1900

Chinese Red Lacquer Canopy Bed with Footrest, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

A Chinese canopy bed, or marriage bed, was the most important part of a bride's dowry and was the central feature of her personal quarters. Traditionally, beds were central to Chines...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Elm, Reed

French Art Nouveau Lamp by Emile Galle Cameo Cut Glass in Red Sunset Colors
French Art Nouveau Lamp by Emile Galle Cameo Cut Glass in Red Sunset Colors

French Art Nouveau Lamp by Emile Galle Cameo Cut Glass in Red Sunset Colors

By Émile Gallé

Located in New York, NY

A Magnificent and Rare Antique French Galle Signed Cut-Cameo Lamp with Original Signed Galle Cut-Cameo Shade, in Red and Yellow Sunset Colors. This floral motif Galle lamp is made i...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Large Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Jade Vase
Large Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Jade Vase

Large Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Jade Vase

Located in Austin, TX

A large and impressive Chinese caved jade vase, Republic Period, circa 1930. Carved from one massive piece of jade. The vase carved with the He He Er Xian, the Immortal Twin Boys...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Framed Japanese Festival Kimono with Tsutshugaki Dye
Framed Japanese Festival Kimono with Tsutshugaki Dye

Framed Japanese Festival Kimono with Tsutshugaki Dye

$6,000

H 60.5 in W 60.5 in D 3.25 in

Framed Japanese Festival Kimono with Tsutshugaki Dye

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese festival kimono expertly mounted and displayed in a large acrylic shadow box. This impressive ceremonial garment circa late 19th-early 20th century was made from a thick l...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Textiles

Materials

Textile, Acrylic

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Chinese Jade Lion For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Chinese jade lion you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of jade, stone and brass, every Chinese jade lion was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a Chinese jade lion — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each Chinese jade lion bearing Art Deco hallmarks is very popular.

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The average selling price for a Chinese jade lion at 1stDibs is $1,288, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $9,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Chinese Jade Lion
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Chinese jade is indeed real jade, and refers to the type of jade mined in China. During the neolithic period onward, Chinese jade was primarily used for sculptures. You’ll find a variety of Chinese jade products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020

    Valued for its rarity and lustrous appearance, jade has been thought to symbolize excellence and purity of human virtue. When worn as jewelry or as a protective charm, the stone was thought to imbue a person with a clear mind and pure spirit, and to guard against evil spirits or illness.

  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    While both the Chinese and Japanese use jade, it is more commonly used in China.  

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese guardian lions are called shishi or stone lions. In English, they are colloquially referred to as lion dogs or foo dogs. Shishi are typically made out of stone. On 1stDibs, find your own stone lions from top sellers around the world.