Foo Dogs

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

A large and impressive pair of blanc de chine porcelain Chinese guardian lions / Foo Dogs / Shishi. Made from high-quality kaolin clay and fired at high temperatures to achieve a lu...

Condition reflected in pricing. About Foo Dogs Foo Dogs, or Imperial Guardian Lions, have long been placed at entrances of homes, temples, and palaces to ward off negative energy a...

In great vintage condition, these Foo Dogs display natural surface wear consistent with age, enhancing their timeworn appeal.

Great grouping of four mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Great detail and a beautiful color combination of green, brown, cream and blue The largest measu...

Enhance your interior with this striking pair of vintage ceramic Foo Dogs, traditional Chinese guardian lions that symbolize protection and prosperity.

A striking pair of vintage ceramic foo dogs in a vibrant turquoise blue glaze, dating to the 1980s.

A striking pair of vintage ceramic foo dogs in a vibrant turquoise blue glaze, dating to the 1980s.

These pieces are hand carved with good detailed. Both foo dogs are sat on rectangular plinth's. Overall a lovely pair of foo dogs with fine detail and a good colour to the stone.

Fine, large, and very detailed pair of Chinese famille verte glazed foo dogs from the early 20th century. The hollow biscuit porcelain figures stand raised on a rectangular base and ...

Huge, Fine, and very detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs from the mid-20th century. The hollow biscuit porcelain figures stand raised on a rectangular base and look si...

This assembled pack of foo dogs are wonderfully charming and expressive.

PAIR of Asian Chinese (19/20th Cent) green and yellow small porcelain reclining foo dog figures

Elevate your interior with this striking pair of vintage foo dog statues, a masterful blend of traditional Chinoiserie symbolism and bold Hollywood Regency flair. Traditionally known...

This impressive pair of vintage Foo Dog (Fu Lion) statues offers a commanding architectural presence, essential for lending gravitas to a grand entrance, garden, or interior space. S...

Pair of Asian Chinese style (19th Cent) carved wood foo dog figures with straw hair trim on shaped base

A whimsical pair of vintage Asian ceramic foo dog figures, glazed in a palette of aubergine, green, and white.

With bulging eyes, a somewhat snarling expression with baring teeth.

Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece, they are made from soapstone. This type of sculpture typically depicts two guardi...

A well carved and nicely weathered pair of carved granite stone Chinese Foo dogs. facing eachother, stood on all fours with open mouths baring fangs.

Vintage set of foo dogs mounted on a wood tray. These beautiful carved foo dogs rest on a conjoined tray that is ready for favorite titles or it can act as a decorative tray.

This pair of Foo dogs originate from China and were presumed to have been made for the export market.

These are a pair of early 20th century Chinese bronze foo dogs. They are a heavy casting and in very good condition.

These pieces retain much of their original green paint, with a nicely aged patina throughout. This pair of European Foo Dogs stand approximately 20 inches in height, and will make wo...

Dimensions: Male: 11 W x 7.4 D x 7.4 H inches, weighing 4.1 Kg Female: 10.4 W x 5.8 D x 7 H inches, weighing 3.75 Kg Overall a lovely pair of antique Chinese foo dogs...

The Foo dogs were a striking focal point in the entry way of this stunning home.

Pair highly stylized large Chinese or Japanese carved wooden guardian lions (fu lions or foo dogs), hand-painted with gilt highlights.

A beautiful pair of foo dogs, temple lions, vintage figurines made of turquoise and light blue glazed crackle ceramic, China.

Heavy and extremely patinated 51" tall 36" long seated dragons, or foo dogs with colored mica decorative accents on the scaled manes, tails, bodies and white stone The real flair tha...

As is common with foo dogs, their mouths are open. The name foo dog is actually a mistake made in the west.

He is resting on a square plinth, raised on a black custom made base. As is common with foo dogs, his mouth is open. The name foo dog is actually a mistake made in the west.

A stately pair of golden Foo dogs watches over all who enter. A three dimensional piece that would make would once again make a great interior entry or room divider.

This antique Chinese food dog has an excellent patina with good and varied depth of colour to the metal. Notes: Foo dogs are symbolic, protective statues, and they are designed in p...

A female guardian lion would have protected a cub. As is common with foo dogs, his mouth is open, exposing his teeth to the viewer.

Structure entirely decorated with typical oriental designs, such as foo dogs and dragons, the same on the two vases, but with a darker golden finish on one than the other. 1950 approx.

The Buddha is elevated on a tiered pedestal intricately carved with foo dogs motifs—symbols of purity, wisdom, and steadfast strength.

This striking pair of vintage guardian lions, traditionally known as Foo Dogs, is a vibrant example of mid-to-late 20th-century Chinoiserie decor.

They are known in colloquial English as Lion Dogs or Foo Dogs / Fu Dogs. The concept, which originated and became popular in Chinese Buddhism, features a pair of highly stylized lion...

## **Pair of Soapstone Seal Stamps, 20th Century, in Their Original Boxes These two hardstone or soapstone seals depict Foo Dogs (Guardian Lions). They date from the 20th century a...

Sancai Guardians: Pair of Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions 1700-1710 A vibrant and expressive pair of Chinese glazed biscuit porcelain Fu Lions (often called "Foo Dogs" in...

Japan an early and superb pair (2) of mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs also known as Komainu, hand-carved in keyaki wood with original glass eyes and dating to the 17th/18th century.

Also known as karashishi, or simply shishi in Japan, in the west they are commonly referred to as foo dogs or foo lions. These ferocious creatures are considered guardians of sacred ...

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...

Chinese Ceramic Foo Dogs early 20th century Fusan handwork ceramics.

This pair of hand carved Foo Dogs with a rounding red ball in each mouth of and polychromed.

Pair of 19th century Chinese carved wood and paper mache Foo Dogs.

A fine and large pair of Chinese glazed pottery foo dogs circa 1920.

pair of intricately carved foo dogs from antique wood and new wood carved bases all in pickled finish

Pair of Chinese foo dogs. Made in the Koji style, a colorful painted pottery/polychromatic glazed porcelain fired at low temperatures.

Offering this magnificent pair of Jadeite guardian foo dogs. They are a small simple pair done in the mid-20th century.

Pair of foo dogs, beautifully carved and delicately gilded.

Pair of Chinese foo dogs, the animals is decorated in yellow and green and mounted on pierced brown bases.

Offering this stunning hand carved Chinese stone foo dogs. Hand carved with all the intricate details on the body of the foo dog.

Pair of mid-19th century Qing dynasty carved walnut Shanxi temple foo dogs.

A pair of Foo Dogs in porcelain depicting mythical lion-like animals that are protectors, "guardian lions".

Up for you consideration is this intricate pair of hand carved wooden foo dogs. These dogs start on a simple rectangular base and painted in a black, red and gold.

Pair of stylised temple lions or Foo dogs on plinths. The wooden plinths are covered in flocked velvet and have an egg and dart surround to each face.