Foo Lion

These figures, often referred to as Foo Dogs or temple lions, are traditional symbols of protection and prosperity, their eyes sometimes highlighted with small, luminous green caboch...

A wonderfully expressive pair of vintage porcelain guardian lions, or foo dogs, dating to circa 1960s Japan.

Brightly painted with a male and female foo dog or Buddhistic lion one holding a ball for the material world and the female with the cub representing the spiritual.

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

Handcrafted, exceptionally excuted, this ancient temple Snow Lion (Imperial Guardian Lion / Chinese Foo Dog), is an extraordinarily rare and unusual form, having large circular ganky...

Such guardians stood in pairs at the entrances of temples and palaces and are seen as protectors and bringers of good fortune; they are also known as Thai temple lions, Khmer lions o...

The front panel features a dynamic scene of guardian lions, or foo dogs, flanking a bow-tied sphere—a motif often associated with protection and prosperity.

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood daybed from the 19th century, with carved foo dog guardian lions, bamboo slats and lift up compartment.

Rare pair of large Chinese carved stone foo dog guardian lions. Originated from a house of a mandarin (a public official in the Chinese Empire), located on The Silk Road.

A remarkable pair of rare antique Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) Chinese terracota architectural roof tile beasts. circa 1900 Hand-crafted in Imperial China around the turn of the late 19...

The central composition features powerful, stylized Imperial Guardian Lions (Foo Dogs) rendered in detailed embroidery, often symbolizing prosperity and protection.

Impressive pair of Chinese porcelain lidded vases of tall baluster form Decorated in traditional blue and white palette throughout Good size at almost four feet tall - 109 CM Each fe...

The tureen has dolphin handles either side with the lid having a foo dog / lion knob handle to the top. The pattern is called "Japan Basket" and is a well known Mason's pattern, as...

Three shishi, also known as foo dogs or guardian lions, play next to a golden misty waterfall.

The composition is built on a camel/yellow ground with a geometric foo dog design, a traditional Chinese decorative motif (foo dogs / Chinese guardian lions) characteristic of the Ni...

The tureen has dolphin handles either side with the lid having a foo dog / lion handle to the top. The stand or base plate is recessed to support the tureen base centrally.

Antique Japanese Wooden sculpture of Komainu (Lion Dog / Foo Dog), product of Taisho to early Showa period, Circa 1910s to 1930s.

The domed covers are surmounted by finely modelled guardian lion (foo dog) finials, adding a sculptural quality to the pieces.

Really unusual modelled guardian lion (foo dog) head covering the overflow in the chinoiserie taste.

It is a tripod censer, meaning it stands on three legs, and features a lid topped with a seated Guardian Lion (Foo Dog/Shishi) resting its paw on a traditional brocade ball, which ac...

The primary iconography features multiple winged Foo Dogs, or guardian lions, depicted in various playful and protective poses, a classic symbolic element found throughout the decora...

At the center lies a striking large medallion, adorned with Fu lion dogs (Foo dogs)—symbols of protection and power—surrounded by elegant cloud wreath motifs, symbolizing peace and c...

The central field features an allover pattern of stylized, dynamic Foo Dogs or celestial lions, executed in shimmering gold and tan thread, highlighted with subtle blue and pale gree...

The lid with an applied foo dog/Buddhist lion finial, and the applied split handle with flower devices where it meets the body Simply a wonderful example of Chinese porcelain!

The lid with an applied foo dog/Buddhist lion finial, and the applied handle with flower devices where it meets the body Simply a wonderful example of Chinese porcelain!

The body is decorated in nature inspired imagery with circular cartouches of robust florals balanced by a pair of mythological animal head handles (likely foo dogs or lions heads). ...

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Cloisonné set in bronze with blue enamel interior, foo dog lion handle. Intricate floral design of blue, white, red and yellow.

Unlike mass produced copies of later years, each piece would be unique with varied brushstrokes and details. Featured Temple Dogs (Foo Dogs or Lion Dogs) are stylized lion figures ...

It depicts samurais riding on Foo Dogs/Lions on a matte textured background. Very fine details and clear hallmarks to its backside.

The “Rose Medallion” pattern is characterized by the vibrantly colored, hand painted panels that alternate around a central medallion, typically featuring garden scenes courtly dress...

This pair of exquisite lidded Chinoiserie vases, or ginger jars, features an intricate, hand-painted polychrome decoration of flowers and foo dogs – mythical lion-like creatures that...

Originating in China, foo dogs resemble Chinese guardian lions, representing prosperity, success, and guardianship.

## **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...

A very nice Ko-Kutani serving dish in red enamel with a central scene of a Foo dog or Lion. The ground has ajour decoration.

Each oil lamp rests on four legs toppd by a Foo dog. Foo Dogs or Chinese guardian lions are a common representation of the lion in imperial China.

Decorated with Komainu Japanese for Foo dog/lion to both sides. It also has a handle typical for examples used in ceremonial practices.

The central composition features a stylized rosette flanked by four charming zoomorphic figures, often interpreted as guardian lions or Foo dogs, rendered in soft, contrasting wools.

History: Monumental stone carvings of tigers are rare unlike more commonly encountered stone foo dog lions. From extensive travel through out China, we have seen only one other pair ...

The removable lid features intricate pierced latticework and is surmounted by a Shishi lion (Foo dog) holding a brocade ball, a traditional symbol of protection and power.

Hand crafted, exceptional quality, deep rich polychrome color, the finely detailed antique sculpture featured posed atop base of clouds, appearing to be floating forward through the ...

Completing this unusual one-of-a-kind lantern is lovely images of cross hatch, trellices and a foo dog lion decorating the firebox. On the base we find mountains, and clouds, six pie...

A very good looking and well made pair, they are embroidered with gold and silver thread on silk as mentioned, they often don't survive due to the weight of the thread and the delica...

Each vase stands on three gilt bronze feet which take the form of Chinese Imperial lions (or foo dogs).

Various Possibilities: Ideal for both use as an interior / indoor sculpture or exterior / outside / outdoors / patio statue, monumental / slightly smaller than life-size, great in yo...

This incredible, eye-catching pair can be setup many different ways, including flanking a door, hall, fireplace, sideboard or chest, as a decorative accent or focal point, placed ins...