What are foo dogs made of?

Traditional foo dogs, also known as fu dogs and lion dogs, are made from stone. Foo dogs are traditional Chinese ornaments believed to be guardians of the home, with pairs being displayed at the entrances. Shop a wide selection of authentic foo dogs through 1stDibs.

What is the meaning of foo dogs?

What the meaning of foo dog artwork is largely comes down to personal interpretation. Traditionally, the figures, also called guardian lions, represent protection, success, wealth and good fortune. Because they originate from China, the lion-dog hybrid creatures sometimes symbolize Chinese culture. On 1stDibs, find a variety of foo dog artwork.

Yes, foo dogs are lions. Foo dogs are believed to be Chinese guardian lions and are typically made of stone. Foo dogs are often displayed in pairs outside of entrances to act as guardians for the home. Shop a selection of foo dogs on 1stDibs.

What do Chinese foo dogs represent?

Chinese foo dogs are called “shishi” in China, which translates to “stone lion”. Shishi were traditionally placed in pairs outside of palaces, offices, temples and bridges to protect the home from evil spirits. Browse a selection of antique foo dog sculptures on 1stDibs.

Concrete Foo Dogs

Lion Statue

Pair Of Garden Dog Statues

Pair Of Lions Garden Sculptures

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Vintage Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - Set of 2

$895 / set

H 13.5 in W 19.25 in D 8.25 in

Vintage Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These sophisticated vintage Foo Dogs (Imperial Guardian Lions) offer a refined take on classic

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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

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Concrete

Vintage Boho Monumental Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - a Pair

$2,950 / set

H 22 in W 22 in D 11 in

Vintage Boho Monumental Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These monumental Foo Dogs are perfect for flanking entryways, gates, or garden paths, bringing an

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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Animal Sculptures

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Concrete

Asian Foo-Dogs Set of 2

$600 / set

H 17 in W 7 in D 8 in

Asian Foo-Dogs Set of 2

Located in Pomona, CA

This pair of fu dogs sit at attention as a watchful guardian of the home. He exudes a remarkable

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Vintage 1960s Chinese Garden Ornaments

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Concrete

Vintage Albino Patinated Cast Cement Foo Dogs

$1,850 / set

H 18.5 in W 16 in D 10.5 in

Vintage Albino Patinated Cast Cement Foo Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This impressive pair of vintage Foo Dog (Fu Lion) statues offers a commanding architectural

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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

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Concrete

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Pair Very Old Garden Foo Dogs

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Pair Very Old Garden Foo Dogs

Located in South Coast, CA

Beautifully modeled antique concrete garden Foo dogs, distressed and all the more charming and

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Early 20th Century Garden Ornaments

Vintage Asian Tinted Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - a Pair

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H 17 in W 12.5 in D 8 in

Vintage Asian Tinted Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The Vintage Asian Tinted Cast Concrete Foo Dogs, a pair, blend Eastern mystique with American

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Late 20th Century American Statues

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Concrete

Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - Set of 2

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H 17 in W 8 in D 12.5 in

Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

concrete Foo Dogs. Intricately detailed with traditional motifs, these statues exude a timeless charm and

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21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Abstract Sculptures

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Concrete

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Monumental Carved Pair of Marble Foo Dogs from China

$30,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 63 in W 26 in D 37 in

Monumental Carved Pair of Marble Foo Dogs from China

Located in Stamford, CT

Great pair of monumental carved marble foo dogs from China. Each statue measures 63 x 26 x 37 and have substantial weight. Salvaged from a New York estate in the 1980s. They have som...

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