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Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of hand painted ceramic foo dogs made in Japan in the late 20th century. Retain original
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Late 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century
Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century

Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century

H 10.13 in W 9 in D 7.13 in
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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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Tableware

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne White Enamel Charger with Dancing Foo Dogs
Rare Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne White Enamel Charger with Dancing Foo Dogs

Rare Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne White Enamel Charger with Dancing Foo Dogs

H 12 in Dm 12 in
Japanese Arita Foo dog Motif Covered Urn, with Carved Hardwood Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Japanese Arita Foo Dog Motif Covered Urn, accompanied by a carved hardwood stand, made in the 20th century
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20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Hardwood

Japanese Arita Foo dog Motif Covered Urn, with Carved Hardwood Stand
Japanese Arita Foo dog Motif Covered Urn, with Carved Hardwood Stand

Japanese Arita Foo dog Motif Covered Urn, with Carved Hardwood Stand

H 15 in Dm 5.5 in
Rare Antique Monumental Japanese Imperial Carved Elm Altar Sideboard Console
Located in Dayton, OH
, elephants, foo dogs and pierced foliate placed throughout. Amongst the animals is the Imperial (Mons) seal
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Rare Antique Monumental Japanese Imperial Carved Elm Altar Sideboard Console
Rare Antique Monumental Japanese Imperial Carved Elm Altar Sideboard Console

Rare Antique Monumental Japanese Imperial Carved Elm Altar Sideboard Console

H 106 in W 85 in D 30 in
Maison MARNYHAC (att. to) - Antique Chinese style firescreen in bronze
By Maison Marnyhac 1
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
imperial contest the world supremacy. Usually, represented in pair, the Foo dogs, also called Foo lions in
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Antique 19th Century French Japonisme Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Bronze

Maison MARNYHAC (att. to) - Antique Chinese style firescreen in bronze
Maison MARNYHAC (att. to) - Antique Chinese style firescreen in bronze

Maison MARNYHAC (att. to) - Antique Chinese style firescreen in bronze

H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 13.39 in
Kintsugi Porcelain Opium Pillow
Located in MEAUX, FR
delicate decoration of Foo Dogs playing with a ball. These mythical creatures, often called “Chinese
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2010s Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Kintsugi Porcelain Opium Pillow
Kintsugi Porcelain Opium Pillow

Kintsugi Porcelain Opium Pillow

H 2.8 in W 5.5 in D 5.1 in
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Located in Roma, IT
dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs. The concept, which originated and became popular in Chinese Buddhism
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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in
Large 19th C. Imari Temple Jar. center piece Cover vase on a Stand Antiques LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
impressive C.1880-1910 Japanese Imari Baluster lidded vase with cover, having Foo dogs on the lid decorated
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Antique 19th Century Asian Jars

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Large 19th C. Imari Temple Jar. center piece Cover vase on a Stand Antiques LA
Large 19th C. Imari Temple Jar. center piece Cover vase on a Stand Antiques LA

Large 19th C. Imari Temple Jar. center piece Cover vase on a Stand Antiques LA

H 36 in Dm 15 in
Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Chinoiserie Chic Meets Regal Decadence
Located in Dallas, TX
, Chinese Export, Asian Antique, Asian Modern, Japanese, Qing and Ming. From fabulous foo dogs to playful
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Chinoiserie Chic Meets Regal Decadence
Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Chinoiserie Chic Meets Regal Decadence

Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Chinoiserie Chic Meets Regal Decadence

W 132 in L 173 in
Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinoiserie Style
Located in Dallas, TX
perfect piece for a lasting appeal. From fabulous foo dogs to playful pagodas, we can’t get enough of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinoiserie Style
Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinoiserie Style

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinoiserie Style

W 105 in L 137 in
Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18
Located in New York, NY
lions or Imperial guardian lions, often miscalled "Foo Dogs" in the West, are a common representation of
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Antique 1870s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18
Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18

Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18

W 153.94 in L 210.24 in

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Japanese Four Foo Dogs Shishi Koma-Inu, Two Pair Glazed Works of Art
Located in South Burlington, VT
; foo dogs—commonly referred to as shishi or koma-inu in Japan—are often seen guarding shrines
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Four Foo Dogs Shishi Koma-Inu, Two Pair Glazed Works of Art
Japanese Four Foo Dogs Shishi Koma-Inu, Two Pair Glazed Works of Art

Japanese Four Foo Dogs Shishi Koma-Inu, Two Pair Glazed Works of Art

H 7 in W 4.5 in D 4 in
Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Imperial Temple Lion Guardians or Foo dogs A truly exquisite pair, the patina is absolutely glorious
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs
Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs

Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs

H 16.54 in W 6.5 in L 16.54 in
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
Located in London, GB
known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs. The concept, which originated and became
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Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

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

H 11.42 in W 20.48 in D 7.49 in
Transitional Style Rug with Khotan and Chinese Foo Dog Design, Square Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
monstrous claws and angular mane. These Chinese decorative Foo dogs have a lengthy history and are
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Khotan Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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

W 162 in L 162 in
Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely made and beautifully enameled pair. Symbolism: Fu dog, Foo dog or Lion dog, or
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20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on
Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on

H 2.56 in W 4.34 in D 0.04 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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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Tableware

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Extra Large Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger
Extra Large Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger

Extra Large Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger

H 24 in Dm 24 in
Antique Large Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases on Stands, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
are surmounted by attractive foo dogs finials on rocky outcrops. The pair of vases feature
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Antique 1780s Japanese Vases

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Large Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases on Stands, 18th Century
Antique Large Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases on Stands, 18th Century

Antique Large Pair Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases on Stands, 18th Century

H 19.1 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Pair of polychrome wooden Foodogs, Qilin, China 19th century
Located in Gorssel, GE
(石獅; shíshī). They are known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs. The concept
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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

H 20.48 in W 8.27 in D 12.6 in
Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinese Art Deco Style, Chinoiserie Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
that’s flexible enough for nearly any space. From fabulous foo dogs to playful pagodas, we can’t get
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinese Art Deco Style, Chinoiserie Chic
Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinese Art Deco Style, Chinoiserie Chic

Antique Chinese Peking Rug with Chinese Art Deco Style, Chinoiserie Chic

H 139 in W 122 in L 139 in
Antique Chinese Mandarin Rug with Manchester Wool and Chinoiserie Art Deco Style
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
foo dogs to playful pagodas, we can’t get enough of chinoiserie chic style rugs like this. Well suited
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Mandarin Rug with Manchester Wool and Chinoiserie Art Deco Style
Antique Chinese Mandarin Rug with Manchester Wool and Chinoiserie Art Deco Style

Antique Chinese Mandarin Rug with Manchester Wool and Chinoiserie Art Deco Style

W 119 in L 175 in
Gold and Purple Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug
By Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
fabulous foo dogs to playful pagodas, we can’t get enough of Chinese Art Deco style rugs like this. Well
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Gold and Purple Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug
Gold and Purple Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug

Gold and Purple Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug

W 109 in L 138 in
Pair of Foo Dogs Made in Japan Chinoiserie Vintage
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of foo dogs. Made in Japan. No chips or breaks.
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Foo Dogs Made in Japan Chinoiserie Vintage
Pair of Foo Dogs Made in Japan Chinoiserie Vintage

Pair of Foo Dogs Made in Japan Chinoiserie Vintage

H 11.5 in W 10.5 in D 8.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, aqua colored, ceramic foo dogs made in Japan. Excellent condition and
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

H 7 in W 4 in D 3 in
Late Ming Terracotta Sancai Green Glazed Foo Dogs
Located in Dallas, TX
or foo dogs in English, are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament. Typically made of stone
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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Late Ming Terracotta Sancai Green Glazed Foo Dogs
Late Ming Terracotta Sancai Green Glazed Foo Dogs

Late Ming Terracotta Sancai Green Glazed Foo Dogs

H 6 in Dm 3 in
Japanese Fine Hirado Big White Lion Guardian Foo Dog
Located in South Burlington, VT
dogs—commonly referred to as shishi or koma-inu in Japan—are often seen guarding shrines, straddling
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Fine Hirado Big White Lion Guardian Foo Dog
Japanese Fine Hirado Big White Lion Guardian Foo Dog

Japanese Fine Hirado Big White Lion Guardian Foo Dog

H 17 in W 16 in D 11 in
Vintage Midcentury Pr Japanese Komainu Lion Dogs Ceramic Turquoise Green Glaze
Located in Topeka, KS
pair of made in Japan Komainu or Lion Dogs from the 1950-1960s. No, they are not Foo Dogs from China
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Midcentury Pr Japanese Komainu Lion Dogs Ceramic Turquoise Green Glaze
Vintage Midcentury Pr Japanese Komainu Lion Dogs Ceramic Turquoise Green Glaze

Vintage Midcentury Pr Japanese Komainu Lion Dogs Ceramic Turquoise Green Glaze

H 10.5 in W 3.75 in D 6 in
Vintage Turquoise and Green Glaze Ceramic Japanese Komainu or Lion Dogs, a Pair
Located in Morristown, NJ
A pair of vintage mid-century Japanese Komainu or Lion Dogs in ceramic with a primarily turquoise
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Turquoise and Green Glaze Ceramic Japanese Komainu or Lion Dogs, a Pair
Vintage Turquoise and Green Glaze Ceramic Japanese Komainu or Lion Dogs, a Pair

Vintage Turquoise and Green Glaze Ceramic Japanese Komainu or Lion Dogs, a Pair

H 10.5 in W 3.75 in D 6 in
Antique Chinese Qing Green Glazed Foo Dog Lion Joss Stick Incense Holder Pair
Located in Forney, TX
! Imperial Lions: Chinese or Imperial guardian lions, also known as lion dogs or foo dogs in English, are a
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery, Terracotta

Antique Chinese Qing Green Glazed Foo Dog Lion Joss Stick Incense Holder Pair
Antique Chinese Qing Green Glazed Foo Dog Lion Joss Stick Incense Holder Pair

Antique Chinese Qing Green Glazed Foo Dog Lion Joss Stick Incense Holder Pair

H 6.25 in W 2.5 in D 3 in
Japan Antique Big Handsome Bronze Lion Guardian Dog koma-inu Taisho, 1915 Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
symbols of wealth, status, and good fortune; foo dogs—commonly referred to as shishi or koma-inu in Japan
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

Japan Antique Big Handsome Bronze Lion Guardian Dog koma-inu Taisho, 1915 Signed
Japan Antique Big Handsome Bronze Lion Guardian Dog koma-inu Taisho, 1915 Signed

Japan Antique Big Handsome Bronze Lion Guardian Dog koma-inu Taisho, 1915 Signed

H 16.5 in W 38 in D 8.5 in
Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek
Located in Cookeville, TN
Offering this beautiful pair of Andrea by Sadek Celadon foo dogs. Gorgeous light turquoise color
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Celadon

Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek
Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek

Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek

H 5.75 in W 5.88 in L 5.75 in
Japanese style mantel clock decorated with Foo Dogs attributed to Choisy-Le-Roi manufactury, 19th c.
By Choisy-le-Roi
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
decor is all over the clock and the candelabras, in a Far East inspiration. Foo Dogs ornate the lower
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Antique 19th Century French Japonisme Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Japanese style mantel clock decorated with Foo Dogs attributed to Choisy-Le-Roi manufactury, 19th c.
Japanese style mantel clock decorated with Foo Dogs attributed to Choisy-Le-Roi manufactury, 19th c.

Japanese style mantel clock decorated with Foo Dogs attributed to Choisy-Le-Roi manufactury, 19th c.

H 17.72 in W 8.86 in D 7.88 in
Early 20th Century Porcelain Chinese Sculpture Foo Dog
Located in Toledo, Castilla La Mancha
. They informally known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs. The concept, which originated and
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Porcelain Chinese Sculpture Foo Dog
Early 20th Century Porcelain Chinese Sculpture Foo Dog

Early 20th Century Porcelain Chinese Sculpture Foo Dog

H 8.27 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in

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Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, rosewood carved foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and patina; makes a fun decor item in any room!
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

H 6 in W 4 in D 2.5 in
PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good pair of antique Chinese foo or lion dogs, sometimes called temple lions made of a hardstone, hand carved with fine detail and polished, dating to the mid 20th c...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Stone

PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940
PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

H 4.38 in W 2.63 in D 2 in
Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Great detail and a beautiful color combination of green, brown, cream and blue; the pair measure 12" W x 8....
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs

H 10 in W 12 in D 8.5 in
Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
The floral swag bed is based on the Corbeille design of rounded corners embracing the occupant within it’s curved ends. The gentle Rococo lines of the headboard and footboard are ove...
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2010s British Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London
Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London

Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London

H 61.42 in W 83.47 in D 67.72 in
19th Century, Blue and White Foo Dogs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large pair of hand-thrown, hand painted and glazed, left and right, French, faience foo dogs. Wonderful expression, and great scale.
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Antique 1880s French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Clay

19th Century, Blue and White Foo Dogs
19th Century, Blue and White Foo Dogs

19th Century, Blue and White Foo Dogs

H 25 in W 11.5 in D 19 in
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Essex, MA
Each seated on pedestals one stepping on a ball the other clutching a reptilian creature. Painted in the spinach and egg color.
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Antique 1880s Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Other

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

H 8.5 in W 4 in D 3 in
Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent Chinese antique colored glaze ceramic lion statuary are hand made and hand carved in Museum quality. According to historical books, lions were introduced into Mainla...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog
Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog

H 43 in W 19 in D 22 in
Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs Believed to be Chinese circa 1960s or Earlier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs, believed to be Chinese, circa 1960s or earlier.
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Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs Believed to be Chinese circa 1960s or Earlier
Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs Believed to be Chinese circa 1960s or Earlier

Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs Believed to be Chinese circa 1960s or Earlier

H 15 in W 9.5 in D 18 in
Chinese Pair Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Buddhist Lion Joss Stick Holders
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine pair antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain famille verte Buddhist Lion joss stick holders dating between 1662 and 1722. The dogs sit raised on a rectangular plinth or altar wi...
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Chinese Pair Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Buddhist Lion Joss Stick Holders
Chinese Pair Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Buddhist Lion Joss Stick Holders

Chinese Pair Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Buddhist Lion Joss Stick Holders

H 5.12 in W 2.96 in D 2.17 in
Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1930s. Excellent vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measures 6.5" high x 3.5" deep x 4.75" wide. #...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 4.75 in
A Pair 18 C. Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Fish-Roe Ground Dragon Vases
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Highly Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Sleeve Form Famille Verte and Fish-Roe Ground Five-Claw Imperial Motif Dragon Vases. Of slender Sleeve form wit...
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Other Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

A Pair 18 C. Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Fish-Roe Ground Dragon Vases
A Pair 18 C. Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Fish-Roe Ground Dragon Vases

A Pair 18 C. Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Fish-Roe Ground Dragon Vases

H 24 in Dm 8 in
Pair of Midcentury Stoneware Foo Dogs / Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage tan, cream and blue foo dogs, circa 1970s. Excellent condition and patina; the pair is made of pottery and would make great bookends or a fun decor item i...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Pottery

Pair of Midcentury Stoneware Foo Dogs / Bookends
Pair of Midcentury Stoneware Foo Dogs / Bookends

Pair of Midcentury Stoneware Foo Dogs / Bookends

H 6.5 in W 10 in D 3 in
Large Chinese Sculpted Coral Depicting a Dignitary and Attendants
Located in London, GB
Large Chinese sculpted coral depicting a dignitary and attendants Chinese, early 20th Century Measures: Height 38cm, width 40cm, depth 20cm Taking beautiful natural red coral as...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Coral

Large Chinese Sculpted Coral Depicting a Dignitary and Attendants
Large Chinese Sculpted Coral Depicting a Dignitary and Attendants

Large Chinese Sculpted Coral Depicting a Dignitary and Attendants

H 14.97 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of small patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. Excellent vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measures 4.25" high x 2.5" deep x 3.5" w...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

H 4.25 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Two Chinese wood Foo Dogs Incense holder burners. Featuring a pair of highly detailed lion foo dogs, one male and one female which were thought to protect the home from harmful spir...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder

Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder

H 7.5 in W 6 in D 5 in
Pair of Large Chinese Canton Famille Verte Ormolu Mounted Porcelain Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of large Chinese Canton famille verte ormolu mounted porcelain vases Chinese, 19th century Measures: height 107cm, diameter 37cm This magnificent pair of Chinese vases, fro...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

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Ormolu

Pair of Large Chinese Canton Famille Verte Ormolu Mounted Porcelain Vases
Pair of Large Chinese Canton Famille Verte Ormolu Mounted Porcelain Vases

Pair of Large Chinese Canton Famille Verte Ormolu Mounted Porcelain Vases

H 42.13 in Dm 14.57 in
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  • What are foo dogs made of?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.