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

Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed porcelain foo dogs, circa 1950s. Great detail and a beautiful color combination of tan and brown; the pair measure 13" W x 6" D x 7.5" H.

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Asian Hand Carved Foo Dogs - a Pair
Vintage Asian Hand Carved Foo Dogs - a Pair

Vintage Asian Hand Carved Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Whether you're an avid collector or looking to add a touch of Asian-inspired flair to your home, these monumental Foo Dogs are sure to infuse your space with an aura of timeless arti...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Saffron and Green Glazed Foo Dogs
Pair of Saffron and Green Glazed Foo Dogs

Pair of Saffron and Green Glazed Foo Dogs

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Saffron and Green Glazed Foo Dogs

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese 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

Bring a touch of cultural heritage and bold artistry to your space with this striking pair of vintage Asian glazed ceramic Foo Dogs. These intricately sculpted guardian lions are fin...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Models and Miniatures

Materials

Ceramic

Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs Large, a Pair
Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs Large, a Pair

Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs Large, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of turquoise glazed porcelain foo dogs. Large size and beautiful details. Add some classic Asian style and amazing color to your home.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Glazed Ochre Foo Dogs on Pedestals
Pair of Glazed Ochre Foo Dogs on Pedestals

Pair of Glazed Ochre Foo Dogs on Pedestals

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A pair of glazed terracotta ochre foo dogs on glazed brown pedestals. Each foo dog, a symbolic guardian of protection, sits on an eight sided pedestal glazed and decorated with bird...

Category

20th Century Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage Emerald Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs – A Pair
Vintage Emerald Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs – A Pair

Vintage Emerald Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs – A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

True statement pieces, they were acquired from a Palm Beach estate. For centuries, Foo Dogs, also known as Chinese Guardian Lions, have been revered as symbols of protection, streng...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Rare Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dogs
Pair of Rare Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dogs

Pair of Rare Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dogs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of rare Chinese carved wood foo dogs.

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Blue & White Porcelain Foo Dogs Table Lamp
Vintage Blue & White Porcelain Foo Dogs Table Lamp

Vintage Blue & White Porcelain Foo Dogs Table Lamp

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage blue and white porcelain foo dogs table lamp, circa 1950s. The lamp is in good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 6.5"W x 4.5"D x 24.5"H

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Porcelain White & Gold Foo Dogs
Set of Four Porcelain White & Gold Foo Dogs

Set of Four Porcelain White & Gold Foo Dogs

By Cerámicas BONDIA

Located in New York, NY

Ornate ceramic sculptures with detailed faces, mouths, bodies, and paws. All four Foo Dogs are male with a front paw on a ball. Each of the gold and white foo dogs measures 8” W x 14...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Painted Wood Foo Dogs - a Pair
Vintage Boho Painted Wood Foo Dogs - a Pair

Vintage Boho Painted Wood Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Perfect for adding a touch of bohemian flair and cultural significance to your décor, these Foo Dogs serve as striking focal points in any room.

Category

Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

A Pair Of carved Stone Foo Chinese Dogs
A Pair Of carved Stone Foo Chinese Dogs

A Pair Of carved Stone Foo Chinese Dogs

Located in London, GB

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Granite

Pair of Rare Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dogs
Pair of Rare Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dogs

Pair of Rare Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dogs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of rare Chinese carved wood foo dogs.

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Massive Pair of Ebonized Pottery Chinese Foo Dogs
Massive Pair of Ebonized Pottery Chinese Foo Dogs

Massive Pair of Ebonized Pottery Chinese Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

They are huge! These dogs would make a wonderful edition to any foo dog collection or as a Chinese decorative accent!

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

Pair vintage Teal Foo Dogs Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie
Pair vintage Teal Foo Dogs Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie

Pair vintage Teal Foo Dogs Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely pair of vintage teal green blue foo dogs. No chips or breaks.

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Miniature Mid-Century Resin Foo Dogs
Pair of Miniature Mid-Century Resin Foo Dogs

Pair of Miniature Mid-Century Resin Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of miniature mid-century resin Foo Dogs, circa the 1970s. The pair are in good vintage condition and measure 3"W x 2.25"D x 2"H

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Resin

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

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Chinese bronze Foo dogs, 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Marble Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Marble Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Marble Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

Great pair of mid-century hand carved marble foo dogs from China, circa 1950s. Great detail with a beautiful color combination of tans and browns; the pair measure 11"W x 3"D x 4.25"H.

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic

Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair
Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The carving details are amazing.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Small Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair
Ceramic Small Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Ceramic Small Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The carving details are amazing.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Celadon Glazed Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Vintage Celadon Glazed Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Vintage Celadon Glazed Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This refined pair of vintage Foo Dogs exemplifies the timeless artistry of traditional Asian ceramic design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Vintage Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Vintage Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

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

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your decor with a touch of classical elegance with our Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. Inspired by traditional Asian motifs and reimagined with American flair, this ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Standing Foo Dogs
Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Standing Foo Dogs

Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Standing Foo Dogs

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine and attractive pair of Chinese turquoise glazed dogs of foo figures dating from the first half of the 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands
Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs On Stands. Stunning large pair of antique Chinese beautifully hand decorated glazed ceramic foo dogs or foo lions.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Foo Dogs, Glazed Terra Cotta, 1950s Multicolored
Vintage Chinese Foo Dogs, Glazed Terra Cotta, 1950s Multicolored

Vintage Chinese Foo Dogs, Glazed Terra Cotta, 1950s Multicolored

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of multicolored vintage glazed terra cotta Chinese foo dogs. These very imposing foo lions will look good in multiple settings inside or out.

Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

1970s Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs, Hand-Painted
1970s Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs, Hand-Painted

1970s Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs, Hand-Painted

By Satsuma

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani porcelain foo dogs, presented as a matched pair of guardian lions with hallmarks stamped.

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Antique Chinese Foo Dogs, Red Lacquered Carvings
19th Century Antique Chinese Foo Dogs, Red Lacquered Carvings

19th Century Antique Chinese Foo Dogs, Red Lacquered Carvings

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Asian Chinese style (19th Cent) red lacquered carved figures of squatting foo dogs

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Lacquer

Mid-20th Century Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs, Pair
Mid-20th Century Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs, Pair

Mid-20th Century Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs, Pair

Located in Elkhart, IN

A wonderfully decorative pair of mid-20th century porcelain guardian lions, or foo dogs, finished in a vivid turquoise glaze.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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

Vintage Asian Chromed Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Ideal for collectors and style enthusiasts alike, these Foo Dogs make a stunning statement in any room.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

1960's Pair Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
1960's Pair Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs

1960's Pair Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Pair 1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. Highly decorative.

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Foo Dogs
Vintage Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Foo Dogs

Vintage Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Foo Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage pair of blue and white Foo Dogs. No chips or breaks.

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.
Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.

Chinese bronze foo lion form paperweight, 19th c.

Located in New York, NY

foo lion decorated with a pleasant facial expression

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Located in Norwood, NJ

Still recognizable at the entrances to palaces in the Forbidden City and Buddhist temples across the world, pairs of lions – sometimes known colloquially in English as 'foo dogs' – a...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Cast Stone Foo Dogs Inn White Finish, a Pair
Cast Stone Foo Dogs Inn White Finish, a Pair

Cast Stone Foo Dogs Inn White Finish, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of heavy weight cast stone foo dogs freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your chinoiserie inspired interiors and table tops.

Category

Vintage 1960s Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Vintage Boho Plaster Over Wood Foo Dogs - A Pair
Vintage Boho Plaster Over Wood Foo Dogs - A Pair

Vintage Boho Plaster Over Wood Foo Dogs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Foo Dogs on Stands
Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Foo Dogs on Stands

Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Foo Dogs on Stands

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fierce pair of ceramic Chinese Foo dogs on stands depicted sitting. Made in a beautiful famille verte green with bright yellow accents.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs Figurines
Pair of Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs Figurines

Pair of Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs Figurines

Located in Atlanta, GA

The detailing is hand-incised and finished under a lustrous glaze that accentuates their stylized fur and expressive eyes. These protective lions—also known as Shishi or guardian d...

Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs from China, circa 1950s. Great detail with each dog holding a coin medallion in its mouth and a beautiful color combinati...

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions
Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions

Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Terrific Pair of Hand Molded 19th Century Chinese Foo Lions Foodog, Aubergine, Chinese, 19th Century, 6-1/2" H

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Other

Foo Lion Dog Sculpture Decorative Object, circa 1930s
Foo Lion Dog Sculpture Decorative Object, circa 1930s

Foo Lion Dog Sculpture Decorative Object, circa 1930s

Located in New York, NY

A single ceramic lion foo dog decorative object, circa early-20th century, 1930s, China.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Blue Foo Lion Dog Decorative Object, circa 1960s
Blue Foo Lion Dog Decorative Object, circa 1960s

Blue Foo Lion Dog Decorative Object, circa 1960s

Located in New York, NY

A single Lion Foo dog ceramic decorative object, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, China.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion
Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Single decorative vintage Japanese Kutani porcelain ShiShi Temple Lion Foo Dog Statue. Expertly crafted and painted.

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Monumental Carved Pair of Marble Foo Dogs from China
Monumental Carved Pair of Marble Foo Dogs from China

Monumental Carved Pair of Marble Foo Dogs from China

Located in Stamford, CT

Great pair of monumental carved marble foo dogs from China. Each statue measures 63 x 26 x 37 and have substantial weight.

Category

20th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Marble

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

Pair of Massive Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

Great pair of massive mid-century polychrome glazed "famile jaune et verte" porcelain foo dogs, circa 1900s. Great detail and a beautiful color combination of yellow, green and brown...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Patinated Bronze Chinese Guardian Lion or Foo Dog Sculpture, MCM, 1970s
Large Patinated Bronze Chinese Guardian Lion or Foo Dog Sculpture, MCM, 1970s

Large Patinated Bronze Chinese Guardian Lion or Foo Dog Sculpture, MCM, 1970s

Located in San Diego, CA

Impressive patinated bronze sculpture depicting a traditional Chinese guardian lion or Foo Dog. Expertly cast with a commanding presence, the figure is shown seated in a vigilant po...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain 'Kutani' Foo Dogs
Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain 'Kutani' Foo Dogs

Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain 'Kutani' Foo Dogs

Located in Brisbane, QLD

A pair of fine quality Japanese Kutani foo dogs in rich polychrome enamels over porcelain.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Chinese Antique Carved and Lacquered Foo Dogs (Shi-Shi)
Pair Chinese Antique Carved and Lacquered Foo Dogs (Shi-Shi)

Pair Chinese Antique Carved and Lacquered Foo Dogs (Shi-Shi)

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a wonderful pair of c. 1900-1920 Chinese carved wood Foo Dogs (Shi-Shi). The dogs have acquired a wonderful deep natural patina with one dog with her puppy and the other with...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Framed Silk Embroidered Panel with Foo Dogs, circa 1910
Chinese Framed Silk Embroidered Panel with Foo Dogs, circa 1910

Chinese Framed Silk Embroidered Panel with Foo Dogs, circa 1910

Located in Austin, TX

The horizontal silk panel features a lovely orange pink coral silk ground with a charming and dynamic scene of foo dogs or foo lions at play. A larger foo lion plays with a brocade b...

Category

Vintage 1910s Chinese Qing Textiles

Materials

Metallic Thread

Chinese Pair Sancai Glazed Mounted Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Chinese Pair Sancai Glazed Mounted Foo Dogs Incense Holder

Chinese Pair Sancai Glazed Mounted Foo Dogs Incense Holder

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very fine pair Chinese Qing sancai glazed pottery dog of Foo incense holder figures dating from the 18/19th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

Large Foo Dog Guardian Lion Blue Porcelain Sculpture
Large Foo Dog Guardian Lion Blue Porcelain Sculpture

Large Foo Dog Guardian Lion Blue Porcelain Sculpture

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large Size Male Guardian Lion Foo Dog in Turquoise Blue Glazed Porcelain Algora Porcelains Designed from 1920 to 1949.

Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your collection with these beautifully crafted sterling silver Foo Dogs today!

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Brass-Bronze, Qing Period
Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Brass-Bronze, Qing Period

Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Brass-Bronze, Qing Period

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Each piece weighs about 700gm unpacked Overall a lovely pair of antique Chinese Foo Dogs or Lion Dogs with fine detail and which we date to the early 19th century, Qing period.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Metal, Brass

Antique Chinese Lacquered Gilded Foo Dogs, Wooden Pair, 20th Century
Antique Chinese Lacquered Gilded Foo Dogs, Wooden Pair, 20th Century

Antique Chinese Lacquered Gilded Foo Dogs, Wooden Pair, 20th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

Foo Dogs, or Guardian Lions, are a Chinese symbol of protection, often placed at entrances to ward off evil spirits and attract luck and wealth.

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Pair Of Large Chinese Polychromed Carved Wood Foo Dogs 20thC
Pair Of Large Chinese Polychromed Carved Wood Foo Dogs 20thC

Pair Of Large Chinese Polychromed Carved Wood Foo Dogs 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

A distinguished pair of Chinese carved wood Foo Dogs, dating to the 20th Century, presents a captivating example of traditional Asian decorative art.

Category

20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair Blue and White Porcelain Temple Jars Ming Foo Dogs
Pair Blue and White Porcelain Temple Jars Ming Foo Dogs

Pair Blue and White Porcelain Temple Jars Ming Foo Dogs

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Stunning pair of Chinese blue and white porcelain temple urns Classic ginger jars with lids surmounted by foo dogs Just a classic pair of interior driven Chinese vases Hand painte...

Category

Vintage 1980s Chinese Export Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Pair Chinese Export Giltwood Carvings of Crane Phoenix or Foo Dogs 19Ct
Antique Pair Chinese Export Giltwood Carvings of Crane Phoenix or Foo Dogs 19Ct

Antique Pair Chinese Export Giltwood Carvings of Crane Phoenix or Foo Dogs 19Ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Impressive and quite rare Pair of Hand Carved Giltwood Hardwood hanging Wall Carvings of Chinese origin, last quarter of the Nineteenth Century. Each beautiful carving depicts a bi...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Harewood

Gold Coated Foo Lion with Paw on Red Ball
Gold Coated Foo Lion with Paw on Red Ball

Gold Coated Foo Lion with Paw on Red Ball

Located in Pasadena, TX

This Foo lion was crafted in China and is gold coated..

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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Find a variety of foo lions or foo dogs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct foo lions or foo dogs — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Find 39948 antique and vintage foo lions or foo dogs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2694 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Foo lions or foo dogs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Foo lions or foo dogs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Andrianna Shamaris, Paul McCobb and Glashütte Limburg each produced beautiful foo lions or foo dogs that are worth considering.

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Questions About Foo Lions Or Foo Dogs

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, foo dogs are lions. Foo dogs are believed to be Chinese guardian lions and are typically made of stone. Foo dogs are often displayed in pairs outside of entrances to act as guardians for the home. Shop a selection of foo dogs on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What the meaning of foo dog artwork is largely comes down to personal interpretation. Traditionally, the figures, also called guardian lions, represent protection, success, wealth and good fortune. Because they originate from China, the lion-dog hybrid creatures sometimes symbolize Chinese culture. On 1stDibs, find a variety of foo dog artwork.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese foo dogs are called “shishi” in China, which translates to “stone lion”. Shishi were traditionally placed in pairs outside of palaces, offices, temples and bridges to protect the home from evil spirits. Browse a selection of antique foo dog sculptures on 1stDibs.