Foo Lion

Pair 12 inch Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions as covered boxes

Foo lion sculptures of hand-carved and painted wood, c. 19th Century, possibly older.

These reconstituted amber hand-carved foo lions were originally purchased at Gump's in San Francisco.

Original pair of stone foo Lions once flanking the front entrance of a mansions in Southern China.

Crafted circa 1870, this masterpiece depicts a serene scene of Kannon gracefully seated atop a Foo Lion, symbolizing the dominance of Buddhist faith over the fiercest of creatures.

The Mei Ping, "Plum Vase" is traditionally used in China to display branches of Plum Blossoms hence its name. It has a narrow base, a wide body, a narrow neck, and a small opening. O...

Highly decorative pair of Asian Foo lions in brown clay These are stamped and seem to have age but I am not sure how much age.

Offering this magnificent pair of guardian foo lions. Beautifully crafted ceramic fired with vibrant colors.

19th century Chinese porcelain melon jar with foo lion design in coral mounted as a lamp with a pleated shade

A beautifully hand painted enamel pair of Chinese palace vases, with scenes on front and back, on a pink ground, along with Foo lion handles and lizards.

The pair of opposing elephants rest on vintage wooden red bases and feature foo-lion handles and pagoda form plinth details.

19th century antique Japanese pair of crackle ware poly chrome warrior motif vases with high relief foo lions and high relief wrap detail. Each piece is signed on the underside and h...

Each lid topped by a fierce foo lion. The body completely decorated with figures, flowers and shapes.

The finely detailed Foo Lions (Guardian Lions) are meticulously embedded into the wood, creating a striking contrast with the deep, natural wood tones.

Interesting little table in ebonized wood with two levels, four very elegant legs, carved wood decor in Chinese style on all sides and Foo Lion's in bronze on each corner as well as ...

The lion of Buddha (fo shi), commonly called a foo dog or foo lion in the West, is portrayed mid stride, head turned, mouth open.

The foo lion which is incredibly similar in appearance is regarded as a guardian, usually shown in a pair of one male and one female symbolizing the balance of yin and yang.

Our lovely portico style mantel clock, retailed by Yamanaka & Company Ltd. in New York in the early 20th century, features a silverplate frame flanked by two finely carved foo li...

Period: Vintage, 20th century, Chinese Composition: Ceramic Condition: Offered in good condition. A few small marks to dog and glaze. Chip to brow of dog. Old glue to base ...

This adorable granite foo dog is caught in the moment with its toothy grin. Completely original. Hand carved from solid granite. Foo dog is believed to protect family wealth. Such a ...

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.

Japanese bronze censer with lion foo dog (Shishi). In japan, censer is one of the three Buddhist altar fittings, a flower vase, a candle stand and a censer.   

Solid pine base with a distressed whitewash finish carved in the form of a Foo Dog Guardian Lion with head and tail having a flat surface to support an oval shaped ogee edge glass top.

A pair of 19th century, late Qing dynasty, Chinese guardian lions or "foo dogs" from Chaozhou Province. These ornately carved auspicious symbols were likely covered with stucco durin...

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...

This sculptured Foo Dog was traditionally used at the entrance gate of wealthy households. People believed these Foo Dogs had the power to warding off evil and bringing prosperity. ...

They are informally known in English as lion dogs or foo dogs. The concept which originated in Chinese Buddhism features a pair of stylized lions which were thought to protect the bu...

Hand-forged in Bronze, these ornate yet subtle candle-stands, sets the stage for Chinese Imperial guardians, lions, or “foo dogs”. At the top of the candle-stands, near the pricket, ...

Extremely decorative and colorful pair of Chinese Sancai glazed statues in the form of foo dog lions on resting on pedestals with a ball in their front paws.

Great Sculptures on a fireplace or piece of furniture also a great talking point.  Foo dogs are Guardian lions in early Chinese culture and are still used today always in pairs.

Pair of large fierce-looking and colorful Chinese Ming style pottery Buddhistic lions or foo dogs in a Sancai glaze (three colors).

Vintage Chinese Wood Carving Lions Sculptures – Guardian Fu Lion Pair in Traditional Style This Vintage Chinese Wood Carving Lions Sculptures Pair showcases the iconic Fu Lions (als...

A very rare 18th century Chinese patinated bronze censer formed as a foo dog, or lion dog, the hinged neck opening up access to the body of the censer.

These animals are Foo dogs, half lion half dog. They are animals representing strength and protection.

Extremely decorative and colorful pair of Chinese Sancai glazed statues in the form of foo dog lions on resting on pedestals with a ball in their front paws.

Komainu are also sometimes called shishi, and are the Japanese interpretation of the noble Chinese foo dog or guardian lion protectors. Fantastic design notable not just for the eye...

Here we have a pair of Foo Dog lions occupying the main scene. They protect and guard wealth and safety.

Its remarkable features are unrelated to those of the taxonomically-valid “dragon-fish”, and instead reflect an agglomeration of features in the same way that “foo dogs” resemble lio...

a pair of large brass Foo Lions on stands the male with his paw on a ball the female on a lion cub

Our antique (19th century) male foo lion with original dark brown patina stands upon a reticulated globe representing the world, cast separately and which turns, and features an elab...

a pair of large green Foo Lions, turquoise with dark blue, white, and yellow.

Chinese pink quartz foo lions on stands, pair (2), carved from softly colored stone, the foo lions with celestial symbols on plinths obove carved reticulated rosewood stands. 8.25" ...

Vintage patinated metal figures of seated foo lions, each in excellent condition.

Two carved teak large Asian palace guardian foo lions. Recently gilded and as found. Exact age unknown.

Pair of hand carved Chinese Marble Shizi Foo Lion/Dogs. This pair of statues has great detail and patina.

Unusual pair of Chinese cloisonné foo lions featuring exaggerated expressions, stylized big cat characteristics, alluring blue background, and presented on the original carved and eb...

Pair of protection Foo Lions made of color glazed ceramic. China, XIX century.

1920's Pair of cast bronze Foo Lion/ Dogs in all original condition.Male and Female, with excellent proportions and a deep, traditional patina.

This is a striking pair of Chinese umber glazed porcelain foo lions situated on similar plinths, 20th century.

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions. Stunning nice scale pair of 20th century Chinese foo dogs or foo lions.

A charming pair of carved rosewood foo lions (aka foo dogs) set atop decorative carved columns.

A wonderfully animated pair of molded zisha (purple sand) foo lions (aka foo dogs). Mouths open and ears perked, the male holds a ball, the female a cub.

A superbly carved foo lion (aka foo dog) surrounded by two cubs, sitting atop deep relief carved panels of immortals.

A Collection of Two Pairs of Turquoise Chinese Export Foo Dogs China, 20th century  An instant collection of two pairs of Chinese export porcelain foo dogs, made in the 20th century...

A rare and important pair of early 20th century Chinese Export polychrome ceramic foo dogs. Both in traditional dress and modelled with open mouths and seated, one with a paw resting...

A fine and attractive pair of Chinese turquoise glazed dogs of foo figures dating from the first half of the 20th century. The stylish pair hollow biscuit porcelain figures are model...

A stunning carved and pierced Chinese jade vase, Qing Dynasty, 19th century. The vase is carved with a design of birds, flowers and trees, each rife with meaning. The dense, heavy ja...

This finely modeled pair of porcelain guardian lions—commonly referred to as “Foo Dogs”—is rendered in a brilliant turquoise glaze, a hallmark of Chinese decorative ceramics popular ...

A fantastic pair of large Chinese tileworks sancai glazed Buddhistic lions and attendants, late Ming Dynasty, first half of the 17th century, Shanxi, China. Presented on custom 20th ...

Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The carving details are amazing. Great addition to your chinoiserie collection.

Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The carving details are amazing. Great addition to your chinoiserie collection.

A fabulous pair of vintage Asian foo dogs. A chic glazed ceramic in bright clear colors. Two expressions add to the charm. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

Chinese turquoise-colored porcelain foo dogs from circa 1880 are exquisite examples of traditional Chinese ceramic art. Foo dogs, also known as guardian lions or temple lions, are ic...