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Pair of Famille Verte et Jaune Foo Dogs, Qing Dynasty
Pair of Famille Verte et Jaune Foo Dogs, Qing Dynasty

Pair of Famille Verte et Jaune Foo Dogs, Qing Dynasty

Located in Torino, IT

A pair of porcelain foo lions or foo dogs decorated in a pleasing combination of green and yellow enamels.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century
Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century

Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A charming and delightful matched pair of recumbent Chinese Export porcelain foo lions or foo dogs, famille verte enameled biscuit porcelain and carved hardwood stands, mid 20th cent...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Pair Chinese Porcelain Foo Dog Covered Jars, mid 20th Century, China
Pair Chinese Porcelain Foo Dog Covered Jars, mid 20th Century, China

Pair Chinese Porcelain Foo Dog Covered Jars, mid 20th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

The jars are painted with a bold and dense scrolling foliate design in green enamel against a white porcelain ground, with large peony blossoms in red enamel and scattered smaller bl...

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Qing Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Collection of Chinese Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs, 17th-19th Century, China
Collection of Chinese Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs, 17th-19th Century, China

Collection of Chinese Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs, 17th-19th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

Technically Buddhistic lions (making this group a pride?), they are often referred to as foo lions or foo dogs.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Bronze Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs - A Pair
Antique Bronze Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs - A Pair

Antique Bronze Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs - A Pair

Located in New York, NY

A pair of antique guardian lions or foo dogs in cast bronze. They have aged beautifully, accruing a rich patina with some verdigris oxidation.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Foo Dogs Carpet
Foo Dogs Carpet

Foo Dogs Carpet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Asian textile with foo dogs in 100% wool. This would be great in any room decor.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Blue Lion Foo Dogs Decorative Objects, Pair
Blue Lion Foo Dogs Decorative Objects, Pair

Blue Lion Foo Dogs Decorative Objects, Pair

Located in New York, NY

A pair of vintage porcelain ceramic lion foo dogs' decorative objects, circa mid-20th century, China.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi
Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi

Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi

Located in Stamford, CT

Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi are symbolic, protective figures that have been a prominent part of Chinese art and culture for centuries.

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Bronze Guardian Lion or Foo Dog
Bronze Guardian Lion or Foo Dog

Bronze Guardian Lion or Foo Dog

Located in New York, NY

This bronze guardian lion or foo dog was crafted in the 20th Century and rendered with an intricate floral-patterned surface, etched details, and expressive features that connote pro...

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Asian Bronze and Inlaid Glass Foo Dogs or Kylin Dragon, probably Chinese, circa 1950s or earlier.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Temple Lion Statues Foo Dogs Blue Porcelain 25cm
Large Temple Lion Statues Foo Dogs Blue Porcelain 25cm

Large Temple Lion Statues Foo Dogs Blue Porcelain 25cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

A beautiful and rare pair of large temple lion statues, better known as foo dogs or guardian dogs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs Guardian Lions 12.5”
Pair Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs Guardian Lions 12.5”

Pair Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs Guardian Lions 12.5”

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking pair of Chinese ceramic guardian lions, commonly known as "Foo Dogs," rendered in a vivid turquoise glaze with exceptional depth and movement.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.
pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

Located in New York, NY

one dog/lion is clutching onto a ball-like object, and the other dog/lion is clutching onto her cub; wooden base is included with this lot; 1.8in(D) x 3.75in(W) x 2.25in(H) are the a...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair
Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent pair of large antique Chinese porcelain temple Guardian Lions - Foo Dogs. The near matching male and female pair of handcrafted architectural ornaments present superbly...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Porcelain

Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs
Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs

Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs or Kylin Dragon, probably Chinese, circa 1950s or earlier.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Foo Dogs
Pair of Antique Foo Dogs

Pair of Antique Foo Dogs

By Francis Valdemar von Platen Hallermund

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of Chinese foo dogs, which I believe are book ends. I am not sure of the time period but they definitely have some age to them..

Category

Vintage 1930s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Lacquered Meiji Period Carved Wood Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions on Boulle Stands
Lacquered Meiji Period Carved Wood Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions on Boulle Stands

Lacquered Meiji Period Carved Wood Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions on Boulle Stands

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Pair of Japanese lacquered wood figures depicting seated Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions in a deep red-brown lacquer with stylized mane and tail, having reverse painted glass eyes and sea...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Spectacular pair of Chinese Buddhist guardian temple foo dogs or foo lions intricately crafted from bronzed metal.

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions
Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

Located in Lomita, CA

The pair of hand-carved rose quartz foo dogs (also known as guardian lions) exudes protective strength and artistry.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Located in Nuernberg, DE

They have a black base and the color of the lions is kept in the natural color of the soapstone.

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates
Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates

Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Foo Lion Door Plates A stunning pair of Door plates, they are made in bronze and are very heavy, these may originally have had handles through ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Bronze

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

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

$675Sale Price / set|25% Off

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Pasadena, TX

Chinese Foo Dogs sculptures are often placed in pairs at the entrances of temples, palaces, and homes to serve as powerful protectors, believed to ward off evil spirits and bring pro...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Located in Atlanta, GA

Typically made of stone, they are also known as stone lions or shishi (石獅; shíshī). They are known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs.

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"
Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"

Chinese Chinoiserie Porcelain Foo Dogs Fu Guardian Lion Statues Sculptures 23"

Located in Dayton, OH

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...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Queens, NY

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

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs
Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs

Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of patinated bronze Thai "Singha" guardian lions / foo dogs, circa 1950s. The pair are in very good vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.
pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

Located in New York, NY

1.6in(D) x 2.8in(W) x 5.8in(H) are the dimensions of the taller foo lion/dog; the paw of one lion is resting on a rock; the paw of the other lion is resting on a ball

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Asian Foo-Dogs Set of 2
Asian Foo-Dogs Set of 2

Asian Foo-Dogs Set of 2

$360Sale Price / set|40% Off

Asian Foo-Dogs Set of 2

Located in Pomona, CA

This pair of fu dogs sit at attention as a watchful guardian of the home.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Concrete

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions. Stunning antique Chinese foo dogs or foo lions which date to the 1920's.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Located in Stamford, CT

Impressive pair of large patinated bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are celestial animal emblem of Tib...

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Located in Stamford, CT

Impressive pair of large bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are celestial animal emblem of Tibet that em...

Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs

Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. This unusual pair of Chinese export glazed ceramic foo dogs are of cream and black color with illegible markings.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Hand Carved Stone Foo Dogs Guardian Lions, Pair, Asian Garden Sculptures
Vintage Hand Carved Stone Foo Dogs Guardian Lions, Pair, Asian Garden Sculptures

Vintage Hand Carved Stone Foo Dogs Guardian Lions, Pair, Asian Garden Sculptures

Located in Delray Beach, FL

A striking pair of vintage hand carved stone Foo Dogs, also known as Guardian Lions, featuring exceptional hand carved detail throughout the flowing manes, expressive faces, and deco...

Category

Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

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

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.

Category

Antique 1880s Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Other

Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Located in San Diego, CA

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Carved Stone Foo Dogs, a Pair
Chinese Carved Stone Foo Dogs, a Pair

Chinese Carved Stone Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Chinese carved stone foo dogs. Very nice substantial size. Each with moveable ball in mouth. 6.5" x 4" wide 9" tall.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Pair of Cast Stone Foo Dogs, Firedogs
Pair of Cast Stone Foo Dogs, Firedogs

Pair of Cast Stone Foo Dogs, Firedogs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Playful pair of cast stone fire dogs, Foo Dog style. Great for use in a fireplace - the pair is identical.

Category

Mid-20th Century Central Asian Other Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Cast Stone

19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs as Lamps
19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs as Lamps

19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs as Lamps

Located in East Hampton, NY

Petit pair of green ceramic foo dogs as lamps.....newly rewired and fitted with bronze hardware.

Category

Antique 19th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Serpentine Jade Guardian Lions Foo Dogs ROC 20c
Pair Antique Chinese Carved Serpentine Jade Guardian Lions Foo Dogs ROC 20c

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Serpentine Jade Guardian Lions Foo Dogs ROC 20c

Located in Richmond, CA

An antique Chinese pair of carved guardian lions, or Foo Dogs, fashioned from celadon-green serpentine jade.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade, Serpentine

Vintage Asian Patinated Foo Dogs - a Pair
Vintage Asian Patinated Foo Dogs - a Pair

Vintage Asian Patinated Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This pair of vintage Asian patinated Foo Dogs exudes timeless charm, blending Eastern mystique with Western refinement, making them a captivating statement piece for any home.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

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

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

$260Sale Price / set|20% Off

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!

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends
Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends

Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of Chinese, white, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Excellent condition and patina; makes a great pair of book ends or a fun decor item in any room!

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

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

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

$960Sale Price / set|20% Off

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Guard your space with unparalleled style with this captivating pair of vintage ceramic Foo Dogs. A modern take on the traditional Chinese guardian lion, each statue boasts a dramatic...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage Lacquered Orange Foo Dogs - A Pair
Vintage Lacquered Orange Foo Dogs - A Pair

Vintage Lacquered Orange Foo Dogs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Albino Patinated Cast Cement Foo Dogs
Vintage Albino Patinated Cast Cement Foo Dogs

Vintage Albino Patinated Cast Cement Foo Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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.

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

Antique Asian Rosewood Carved Foo Dogs Settee
Antique Asian Rosewood Carved Foo Dogs Settee

Antique Asian Rosewood Carved Foo Dogs Settee

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Antique Asian Rosewood Carved Foo Dogs Settee This listing and price are for the Settee only.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Settees

Materials

Rosewood

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Large pair of antique Chinese porcelain foo dogs. Stunning pair of antique Chinese hand decorated porcelain foo dogs or foo lions.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Foo Dog Lion Object or Bookend, Japanese 20th Century
Porcelain Foo Dog Lion Object or Bookend, Japanese 20th Century

Porcelain Foo Dog Lion Object or Bookend, Japanese 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Foo dog lions, also known as komainu in Japan, are a symbol of good luck and protection.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Bookends

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Carved Female Foo Lion
Early 20th Century Carved Female Foo Lion

Early 20th Century Carved Female Foo Lion

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Early 20th century carved, red lacquer and gilt female foo lion, Chinese. Attached to conforming hollow stand base also decorated with running foo lions.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog
Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog

Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog This fierce looking beast dates from the 19th Century, he is carved in wood and was originally painted Much of the paint 1s fad...

Category

Antique 19th Century Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Teak

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Each Foo Dog is beautifully detailed with textured patterns and expressive features, capturing the essence of these traditional guardian lions.

Category

Late 20th Century North American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair Of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair Of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs. A large pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs dating from the first half of the 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs

Located in Stamford, CT

Foo Dogs also known as Guardian Lions symbolize prosperity, success, and guardianship, placed at the entrances of palaces temples and homes to guard and protect.

Category

Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of Chinese Export Turquoise Foo Dogs
Large Pair of Chinese Export Turquoise Foo Dogs

Large Pair of Chinese Export Turquoise Foo Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Large Pair of Chinese Export Turquoise Foo Dogs  China, 20th century  This impressive pair of Chinese export porcelain foo dogs, made in the 20th century, highlights exquisite cra...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Blanc De Chine Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair
Vintage Blanc De Chine Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair

Vintage Blanc De Chine Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Crafted in the classic Dehua tradition, this pair of vintage Blanc de Chine porcelain foo dogs radiates timeless elegance and high-gloss beauty.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fabulous pair of vintage Asian foo dogs. A chic glazed ceramic in bright clear colors.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Italian Ceramic Foo Dogs Guardian Lions by Mangani, circa 1970s
Pair of Vintage Italian Ceramic Foo Dogs Guardian Lions by Mangani, circa 1970s

Pair of Vintage Italian Ceramic Foo Dogs Guardian Lions by Mangani, circa 1970s

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is an exceptionally decorative pair of vintage Italian ceramic foo dogs, or guardian lions, by Mangani, Florence, dating to the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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Foo Dogs
Foo Dogs

Foo Dogs

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H 28 in W 13 in D 18 in

Foo Dogs

Located in Morristown, NJ

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

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unavailable

H 37.8 in W 13 in D 14.97 in

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

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.

Category

20th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Foo Dogs
Chinese Foo Dogs

Chinese Foo Dogs

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H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 11.42 in

Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Paradise Point, Queensland

Pair of Chinese carved wood Foo Dogs, total weight 4kg, Measures: 20 x 29 x 40cm high.

Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Stone Guardian Foo Lions
Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Unavailable

H 18 in W 11 in D 7 in

Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering a pair of Guardian foo lions. This pair is heavy cast stone with intricate detail.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 9.75 in W 6.5 in D 4 in

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Sarasota, FL

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

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs
19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs

19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 15 in W 17.5 in D 5 in

19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Stonington, CT

A pair of foo dogs in teal / light blue-green and with brown highlights.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 21 in W 10.5 in D 9 in

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Lawrenceburg, TN

Pair of vintage blue and white Chinese Foo dogs featuring intricate detail on front, backs, sides and including base.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Ceramics

Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs
Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs

Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 5.25 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in

Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs

Located in Cookeville, TN

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Carved Wooden Foo Dogs
Hand Carved Wooden Foo Dogs

Hand Carved Wooden Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 1.38 in W 2.63 in D 3 in

Hand Carved Wooden Foo Dogs

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering these gorgeous hand carved wooden foo dogs. Carved out of a dark toned wood these little gems are interesting to the eye.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 12.21 in W 5.52 in D 10.24 in

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Paradise Point, Queensland

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

Category

Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Asian Foo Dogs
Pair of Asian Foo Dogs

Pair of Asian Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 7 in D 5 in

Pair of Asian Foo Dogs

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Pair of Ceramic Foo Dogs
Pair of Ceramic Foo Dogs

Pair of Ceramic Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 23 in W 10 in D 12.5 in

Pair of Ceramic Foo Dogs

Located in New York, NY

Very striking, in nice condition and definitely very desiteable in many design schemes.

Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Carved Chinese Stone Foo Dogs
Hand Carved Chinese Stone Foo Dogs

Hand Carved Chinese Stone Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 8.75 in W 3.94 in D 4.38 in

Hand Carved Chinese Stone Foo Dogs

Located in Cookeville, TN

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

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture
Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

Unavailable

H 9 in W 11 in D 6.25 in

Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Chinese "Guardian Foo Lion" resin sculpture on a black wood plinth.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Resin, Wood

19th Century Chinese Carved Foo Dogs
19th Century Chinese Carved Foo Dogs

19th Century Chinese Carved Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 9.5 in W 10 in D 6.5 in

19th Century Chinese Carved Foo Dogs

Located in Chicago, IL

19th century Chinese carved foo dogs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Foo Dogs
Pair of 19th Century Foo Dogs

Pair of 19th Century Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 15 in W 15 in D 7 in

Pair of 19th Century Foo Dogs

Located in Stamford, CT

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

Category

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Large Pair Chinese Pottery Foo Dogs
Large Pair Chinese Pottery Foo Dogs

Large Pair Chinese Pottery Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 20 in W 25 in D 10 in

Large Pair Chinese Pottery Foo Dogs

Located in Kensington, MD

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Materials

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Pair Very Old Garden Foo Dogs

Pair Very Old Garden Foo Dogs

Located in South Coast, CA

Beautifully modeled antique concrete garden Foo dogs, distressed and all the more charming and lovely for it

Category

Early 20th Century Garden Ornaments

Pair Carved Foo Dogs with Base
Pair Carved Foo Dogs with Base

Pair Carved Foo Dogs with Base

Unavailable

H 35 in W 45 in Dm 16 in

Pair Carved Foo Dogs with Base

Located in Houston, TX

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

Category

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Materials

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Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

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H 12 in W 5.75 in D 3.75 in

Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in Sheffield, MA

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

Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940
Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940

Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940

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H 17.72 in W 9.85 in D 18.9 in

Art Deco Chinese Foo Dogs, circa 1940

Located in Sint-Kruis, BE

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...

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Materials

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Granite Stone Statues, Foo Dogs Candle Holders

Granite Stone Statues, Foo Dogs Candle Holders

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H 12 in W 6 in D 12 in

Granite Stone Statues, Foo Dogs Candle Holders

Located in SOMIS, CA

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Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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Jadeite Guardian Foo Dogs, Mid-20th Century
Jadeite Guardian Foo Dogs, Mid-20th Century

Jadeite Guardian Foo Dogs, Mid-20th Century

Unavailable

H 3.75 in W 2.25 in D 3 in

Jadeite Guardian Foo Dogs, Mid-20th Century

Located in Cookeville, TN

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

Category

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Materials

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Pair of Antique Foo Dogs, 19th Century
Pair of Antique Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Pair of Antique Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 4.25 in W 10 in D 5.5 in

Pair of Antique Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Located in SOMIS, CA

This pair of fantastic foo dogs are treasures. Dating late 18th-early 19th century, they have the distinctive characteristics of wooden foo dogs created during that period.

Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'
Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'

Located in Bangkok, TH

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...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Spruce

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion
Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

Unavailable

H 13 in W 16.54 in D 6.7 in

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

Located in Brussels, BE

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion. Some restoration to the metal on the bottom.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Primitive Chest with Foo Dogs, 19th Century
Primitive Chest with Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Primitive Chest with Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 24.5 in W 53.25 in D 18.5 in

Primitive Chest with Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Located in SOMIS, CA

Here a pair of playful young foo dogs can be observed. Along with flowers, they painted a happy, peaceful, secure scene of life.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19TH Century Bronze Foo Dogs
Pair of 19TH Century Bronze Foo Dogs

Pair of 19TH Century Bronze Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 7.5 in D 3.5 in

Pair of 19TH Century Bronze Foo Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A proper pair - right and left facing. The bronzes have expressive faces with protruding tongues and are posed with paws raised to indicate that they are at attention. An outstandin...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Mid 20th Century White Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair
Mid 20th Century White Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair

Mid 20th Century White Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair

Unavailable

H 12.5 in W 8.25 in D 5 in

Mid 20th Century White Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair

Located in Charlotte, NC

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Bronze 19th Century  Foo  Dogs
Pair of Bronze 19th Century  Foo  Dogs

Pair of Bronze 19th Century Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 28 in W 19 in D 50 in

Pair of Bronze 19th Century Foo Dogs

Located in Bedford, NY

Can be used both outdoor and indoor. One is right facing and the other is left facing. Bronze is cast and hand chased. Made in 1900 in China. Originally used at the entrance to a Te...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Statues

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs
19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 19 in W 31 in D 10 in

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs

Located in East Hampton, NY

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

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion
19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

Unavailable

H 7 in W 9 in D 4 in

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

Located in Chamblee, GA

19th century Chinese standing export Foo Lion, no chips, cracks or repairs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

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19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Block Foo Dogs
19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Block Foo Dogs

19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Block Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 2 in W 19 in D 8.5 in

19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Block Foo Dogs

Located in SOMIS, CA

This beautiful block features a pair of foo dogs playing with an "embroidered" money ball, a traditional motif representing happiness and wealth.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Chinese Hand Carved Wood Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Chinese Hand Carved Wood Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Chinese Hand Carved Wood Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unavailable

H 6.57 in W 4.57 in D 2.63 in

Chinese Hand Carved Wood Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Located in Cookeville, TN

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Foo Dog
Foo Dog

Foo Dog

Unavailable

H 22 in W 11 in D 14 in

Foo Dog

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18th century foo dog Monumental hand-carved late 18th century foo dog.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion
Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

Unavailable

H 20.48 in W 19.49 in D 7.88 in

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

Located in Worcester, Worcestershire

Old glue to base of tail Good looking decorative Chinese guardian lion statue.             

Category

20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Finely Carved Foo Dogs Mounted as Lamps
Pair of Finely Carved Foo Dogs Mounted as Lamps

Pair of Finely Carved Foo Dogs Mounted as Lamps

Unavailable

H 14 in W 14 in D 6 in

Pair of Finely Carved Foo Dogs Mounted as Lamps

Located in New Orleans, LA

A pair of oriental, exotic wood, Foo dogs, mounted on ebonized bases and presented as lamps.

Category

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Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions
Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions

Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

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17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion
17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

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H 9.5 in W 3.75 in D 5 in

17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

Located in SOMIS, CA

This adorable granite foo dog is caught in the moment with its toothy grin.

Category

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Materials

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Foo Dog cantainers
Foo Dog cantainers

Foo Dog cantainers

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H 38 in W 13.75 in D 18 in

Foo Dog cantainers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of ceramic foo dog containers

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Materials

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Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs on Ormolu Mounts
Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs on Ormolu Mounts

Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs on Ormolu Mounts

Located in London, GB

A fine and rare pair of Kangxi style Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs on ormolu metal mounts. Both dogs are covered in a rich lustrous turquoise (peacock blue) glaze darkening which...

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Materials

Metal

Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Foo Dogs on Pedestals
Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Foo Dogs on Pedestals

Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Foo Dogs on Pedestals

Located in Houston, TX

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.

Category

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19th Century Sculpture of Thai Foo Dog or Lion Guardian, Glass Jewel Deco
19th Century Sculpture of Thai Foo Dog or Lion Guardian, Glass Jewel Deco

19th Century Sculpture of Thai Foo Dog or Lion Guardian, Glass Jewel Deco

Located in Werkendam, NL

People believed these Foo Dogs had the power to warding off evil and bringing prosperity.

Category

Antique 19th Century Thai Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century
Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

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

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Rare pair of 18th century Antique Chinese Root Wood Foo Dogs
Rare pair of 18th century Antique Chinese Root Wood Foo Dogs

Rare pair of 18th century Antique Chinese Root Wood Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 13.39 in W 13.78 in D 4.34 in

Rare pair of 18th century Antique Chinese Root Wood Foo Dogs

Located in Winchcombe, Gloucesteshire

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.

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Elm

Antique Large Pair of Porcelain Polychrome Foo Dogs, Chinese, circa 1900
Antique Large Pair of Porcelain Polychrome Foo Dogs, Chinese, circa 1900

Antique Large Pair of Porcelain Polychrome Foo Dogs, Chinese, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

Very fine large pair of polychrome glazed porcelain foo dogs, one female with pup the other male with front paw resting on a movable pierced reticulated ball on stem, decorated in ov...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Large Bronze Sculptures of Foo Dogs Dragons Phylactery Beasts
Pair of Large Bronze Sculptures of Foo Dogs Dragons Phylactery Beasts

Pair of Large Bronze Sculptures of Foo Dogs Dragons Phylactery Beasts

Located in LAS VEGAS, NV

Pair of large bronze Chinese foo dragons. Measures 33.5" to the top of its head.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion Foo Dog Small Incense Burner, 1960s
Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion Foo Dog Small Incense Burner, 1960s

Japanese Bronze Shishi Lion Foo Dog Small Incense Burner, 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

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.   

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20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Carved Hardstone Seal Chop Foo Dogs, circa 1900
Pair of Chinese Carved Hardstone Seal Chop Foo Dogs, circa 1900

Pair of Chinese Carved Hardstone Seal Chop Foo Dogs, circa 1900

Located in Seattle, WA

Pair of foo dog seal chops. Chinese hardstone carved with Buddhist monks in forest scene in base, circa 1900. 9" height, 3 1/2" by 3 1/2".

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Materials

Stone

Beautiful Large Pair of Foo Dogs Carved from Solid Wood Chinese Style
Beautiful Large Pair of Foo Dogs Carved from Solid Wood Chinese Style

Beautiful Large Pair of Foo Dogs Carved from Solid Wood Chinese Style

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large pair of foo dogs in the Chinese Style. Early 20th century or earlier.

Category

Early 20th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair Blue and White Chinese Foo Dogs Hand-Painted, Private Chinese Collection
Pair Blue and White Chinese Foo Dogs Hand-Painted, Private Chinese Collection

Pair Blue and White Chinese Foo Dogs Hand-Painted, Private Chinese Collection

Located in Miami, Miami Design District, FL

It is hard to find a Chinese household anywhere in the world, without the protection of of the ever present foo dogs. We need to be safe but wealthy also, this charming dogs shall as...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Amber Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs with Lids
Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Amber Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs with Lids

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Amber Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs with Lids

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of 19th-20th century Chinese amber glazed terracotta foo dogs with lids, unmarked.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

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Ceramic, Terracotta

Foo Dog Bronze Door Knocker
Foo Dog Bronze Door Knocker

Foo Dog Bronze Door Knocker

Unavailable

H 9 in W 8.75 in D 3 in

Foo Dog Bronze Door Knocker

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Foo Dog Bronze Door Knocker. This large and heavy bronze door knocker has the detailed facial features of a foo dog and supports a hanging knocker in the form of a two-headed figural...

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20th Century Unknown Doors and Gates

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Bronze

Chinese Brass Foo Dog Vase
Chinese Brass Foo Dog Vase

Chinese Brass Foo Dog Vase

Located in Stamford, CT

Brass vase with Foo dog faces holding rings

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20th Century Vases

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Chinese Foo Dog Garden Seat
Chinese Foo Dog Garden Seat

Chinese Foo Dog Garden Seat

Unavailable

H 20.25 in W 23 in D 9 in

Chinese Foo Dog Garden Seat

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Chinese Foo Dog Garden Seat Yellow and Green with white base.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Stools

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Hollywood Regency Ceramic Foo Dog
Hollywood Regency Ceramic Foo Dog

Hollywood Regency Ceramic Foo Dog

Unavailable

H 16 in W 20 in D 11 in

Hollywood Regency Ceramic Foo Dog

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Striking Hollywood Regency sculptural ceramic foo dog, circa 1940s-1950s. This highly decorative Asian inspired sculpture is fired with a rich mottled polychrome glaze of blacks, gre...

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Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

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Antique Tibetan Box, Foo Dog
Antique Tibetan Box, Foo Dog

Antique Tibetan Box, Foo Dog

Unavailable

H 13.5 in W 17 in D 11 in

Antique Tibetan Box, Foo Dog

Located in SOMIS, CA

The linear "longevity" scrolls forms the border, another typical Tibetan design. A hand painted foo dog is the focal point. It is believed to be the guardian of wealth and ...

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Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

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Reclaimed Wood, Resin

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

Supreme hand painted Monumental Porcelain Jaguar Sculpture, Spring Summer 2023. 34" ceramic hand painted jaguar with logo on side. Made in Italy exclusively for Supreme. Super rare...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

By Diego Mardegan

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japanese Asian Signed Two Panel Meiji Edo Folding Byobu Landscape House Screen
Japanese Asian Signed Two Panel Meiji Edo Folding Byobu Landscape House Screen

Japanese Asian Signed Two Panel Meiji Edo Folding Byobu Landscape House Screen

Located in Studio City, CA

A gorgeous, large two-panel antique Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a nature landscape scene with a lone house, perhaps a tea house, hidden in the trees and foliage with dist...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Tekna Shell Light LED Wall Light with Polished Brass Finish & Ventilation Cover
Tekna Shell Light LED Wall Light with Polished Brass Finish & Ventilation Cover

Tekna Shell Light LED Wall Light with Polished Brass Finish & Ventilation Cover

By Tekna

Located in New York, NY

Ventilation cover used as a wall light in sand casted brass. For indoor use only (IP20). LED module 230V 4,3W 2700K 145lm. Main power 230V 50Hz.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Forsyth Luxury Zebra Hide King Pillow
Forsyth Luxury Zebra Hide King Pillow

Forsyth Luxury Zebra Hide King Pillow

$2,495 / item

H 18 in W 54 in D 10 in

Forsyth Luxury Zebra Hide King Pillow

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

Our Luxury King Pillow makes a show-stopping statement on a couch or an incredibly luxurious feel on the bed. Our Forsyth craftsmen use a single hide for this beautiful pillow. The z...

Category

2010s American Pillows and Throws

Materials

Zebra Hide, Cotton, Down

Japanese Edo Six Panel Table Screen After Maruyama Okyo
Japanese Edo Six Panel Table Screen After Maruyama Okyo

Japanese Edo Six Panel Table Screen After Maruyama Okyo

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic diminutive Japanese Edo period table top screen depicting a lively water landscape with flora and fauna. The screen is beautifully painted on gold leaf with a pair of pheas...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Feldman Triple Lotus Light Fixture Chandelier, circa 1960
Feldman Triple Lotus Light Fixture Chandelier, circa 1960

Feldman Triple Lotus Light Fixture Chandelier, circa 1960

By Feldman Lighting Co.

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Professionally polished and lacquered to retain the current brass shine, this beautiful and gentle lotus chandelier was designed and manufactured by the Feldman Lighting Company in t...

Category

Vintage 1960s Hong Kong Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cage, Hand-Painted Metal & Wood
20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cage, Hand-Painted Metal & Wood

20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cage, Hand-Painted Metal & Wood

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cages

Materials

Metal

Vintage Asian Dragon Water Jar, Hand-Crafted Pottery, 20th Century
Vintage Asian Dragon Water Jar, Hand-Crafted Pottery, 20th Century

Vintage Asian Dragon Water Jar, Hand-Crafted Pottery, 20th Century

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A very large and striking Asian Water Jar with deep brown background field and having Ochre colored entwined dragons. An excellent focal point object for the home or garden. Dimens...

Category

20th Century Asian Ming Vases

Materials

Pottery

Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo
Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo

Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo This Large Modern Coffee Table - The Mondo is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is h...

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Maple, Oak, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp with Murano crystal cubes , Italy circa 1960
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp with Murano crystal cubes , Italy circa 1960

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp with Murano crystal cubes , Italy circa 1960

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Mid-Century Modern and elegant table lamp, with cubes in Murano glass. Italy, circa 1960s. Measurements of the glass body (not including the bulb holder) are: Measures: 27cm H x 18cm...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases
Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Yelow background Dragon Vases 15" inches

Category

20th Century Chinese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality Japanese vase from the time of Emperor Meiji, 1868 to 1912. Of a baluster form with slightly lobed shoulders, the body is adorned with a finely detailed shaded cloison...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Metal

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