Foo Dogs Cloissone
Rare Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne White Enamel Charger with Dancing Foo Dogs
Located in New York, NY
polychrome image of Foo dogs surrounded by a blossoming flower pattern on white ground made in the Cloisonne
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Materials
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Qing Style Cloisonné Center Table
Located in Houston, TX
symbolism including happiness characters, foo dogs for protection, clouds for celestial mobility of the gods
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
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Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases
Located in London, GB
gilt bronze feet which take the form of Chinese Imperial lions (or foo dogs).
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel
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Located in London, GB
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Large Pair of Cloisonne and Bronze Feng Shui Pixiu Dragon, Foo Dogs on Bases
Located in Stamford, CT
A massive pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel foo dogs / lions mid 20th century. Very fine quality
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
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H 39 in W 14.5 in D 24.5 in
Extra Large Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger
Located in New York, NY
made in the Cloisonne technique. The borders are decorated with polychrome images of Foo dogs. The
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Massive Pair of Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Dogs Lions
Located in Pomona, CA
A massive pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel foo dogs / lions circa 1900 - 1940. Very fine quality
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues
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Chinese Vintage Metal Cloisonné Foo Dog Guardian Lion with Teal and Golden Tones
Located in Yonkers, NY
adorned with cloudy whirls, reminding us of its celestial aspect. As is common with foo dogs, his mouth is
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H 14.25 in W 9 in D 22.5 in
Chinese Vintage Metal Cloisonné Foo Dog Guardian Lion with Teal and Golden Tones
Located in Yonkers, NY
adorned with cloudy whirls, reminding us of its celestial aspect. As is common with foo dogs, his mouth is
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
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Metal
H 14.25 in W 9 in D 22.5 in
Stately Pair of Mid-19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Temple Dogs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
. Additionally, the male lion retains the brass ribbon that emanates from the sphere. This pair of Foo dogs were
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Antique 1850s Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
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Brass, Copper, Enamel
Yellow Ground Cloisonné Planter
Located in Woodbury, CT
Cloisonné on brass planter in bright yellow, decorated with foo dogs, kylins, monsters and abstract
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Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork
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Brass
Large Pair of Chinese Cloissone Foo Dogs
Located in Woodbury, CT
a dramatic pair of Chinese cloissone foo dogs in typical pose, each sitting upon integral plints
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20th Century Chinese Metalwork
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Wood
Pair of Cloisonné Champlevé Jewel Tone Jars with Foo Dogs
Located in SOMIS, CA
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20th Century Chinese Metalwork
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Questions About Foo Dogs Cloissone
- What are foo dogs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditional 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.
- Is a foo dog a lion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 is the meaning of foo dogs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese 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.
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