Foo Lions Or Foo Dogs

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 ...

On the chest’s façade, gilt guardian lions—foo dogs—flank a ribbon-tied ball, representing the safeguarding of domestic harmony.

A nice vintage marble Chinese foo dog sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with great detail and patina; it measures 5.5"W x 3"D x 4.5"H.

Foo dogs are not actually dogs, but lions, and are considered powerful symbols of protection in Chinese culture.

The neck and shoulder have a geometric key design, and there are applied sculpted porcelain foo dogs for handles. "Foo", "fu" or "shi" dogs are actually the lion guardians that histo...

Beautifully decorated in the Majolica style green, yellow and aubergine glaze. Chinese Foo Dogs Imperial guardian lions, commonly known as Foo Dogs.

PAIR of Asian Chinese style (19/20th Cent) carved and painted monumental seated foo dogs with colored glass trim

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Robin's Egg Foo Dogs on Stands, circa 1890

A unique and enchanting pair of 19th Century Tibetan carved wood & polychromed foo/guardian/temple dogs. These mythical Buddhist temple dogs, also known as "foo dogs" or "lion dogs,"...

In these matching pair of male and female lion/foo dogs with curling mane and bulging eyes, the female holding its cub beneath one paw; the male with an embroidered ball.

These exquisite figures, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, capture the dynamic essence of Foo Dogs, also known as guardian lions, which have graced the entrances of Chines...

Our sculpture depicts a male, recognizable at the fact that he is placing his right frontal paw on a sphere. A female guardian lion would have protected a cub. As is common with foo ...

Pair of Chinese hand carved stone Foo dogs resting on rectangular decorative carved plinths. 20th Century

Chinese Blanc de Chine Buddhist Lion/Foo Lion Incense Stick Holders. Pair of 18th C.

Traditionally placed in pairs to guard entrances, Foo Dogs (also known as Fu Lions or Imperial Guardian Lions) symbolize strength, protection, and prosperity.

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese This elegant pair of 1950s ceramic Foo Dog lamps features a striking design inspired by the legendary Chinese guardian lions,...

This is a killer pair of 1970s large scale Chinese Export style foo dogs. I love the coloration with the brown and gold drip glaze!

The foo dogs, with their lively presence, add a whimsical touch to the composition.

A massive Chinese famille noire porcelain charger, finely hand decorated in sancai with a center medallion and a band of foo-dogs in vines and foliage, very well executed to emulate ...

Antique Chinoiserie Chinese Porcelain Hand Painted Vase Table Lamp w/ Foo Dogs Handles. Item features beautiful painted waterfalls and forest scenes on all sides.

The foo dogs are ferocious shishi lions with very colorful and detailed Kutano style moriage porcelain with overglazed enamels of paint that are so meticiously and tirelessly done.

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

These Guardian Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in armor are known for their protective qualities.

Intricately carved wood and bone inlaid pair of Chinese foo dogs. Very unique and wonderful. We haven't seen another pair quite like them.

This plate has one of the sought after chinoiserie patterns called "Bandana" which depicts Chinese Foo Dogs, the pattern being transfer printed in black and gold colours and then han...

Set of 8, Glazed Porcelain

Marvelous antique foo lion dog sculpture in green glazed ceramic.

A charming vintage Asian hand carved foo lion figure lamp. Made with Nanmu wood, a super durable softwood unique to China and South Asia.

Two vintage Chinese famille verte green and gold Sancai glazed porcelain foo dogs / guardian lion sculptures / statues / figurines.

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

Fabulous Antique Chinese Foo Lion incense burners originally purchased in Bangkok, Thailand.

In this listing you will find a set of 4, or better say, two pairs of antique, hand carved Foo Dogs. This small figurines are made in soapstone.

Prominently featured is a pair of playful foo dogs, their curled manes and expressive eyes bringing life to the ancient imagery.

This sculpture is carved from soapstone. It depicts a Foo Dog mounted on a soapstone base.

Rendered from richly veined green marble with natural variations ranging from soft sage to deep forest tones, these traditional Chinese guardian figures display expressive features, ...

A beautiful Thai or Khmer bronze verdigris and golden parcel-gilt Imperial guardian temple Singha lion/dragon/foo dog. This piece has a wonderful patina and heft to it.

The neck and shoulder have a geometric key design, and there are applied sculpted porcelain foo dogs for handles. "Foo", "fu" or "shi" dogs are actually the lion guardians that histo...

A heavy and powerfully cast Japanese bronze model of a shishi or foo lion by Hideyama / Shuzan, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.

Likely Jun ware, Northern Song Dynasty (960 to 1127) Hand-crafted in China over 1000 years ago, the Song dynasty was a golden age of Chinese ceramics when art peaked and techniques ...

The removable lidded top completes this piece with its symbolic Chinese Foo Dog also known as Guardian Lion. Wire loop handles and a circular Asian teak base add an additional touch...

Spanish Carved Stone Garden Sculpture inspired in Guardian Lion Foo Dogs from Chinese Culture, 1950s-1960s.

A gorgeous Meiji Period (1868-1912) Japanese bronze Shishi (Shi Shi) guardian lion (Chinese Foo Dog) sculpture. This work has a wonderful feel and beautiful aged patina.

This cast iron piece features a statuary male Chinese guardian Lion (Foo Dog) proudly balancing both hands atop an embroidered ball, representing supremacy over the world.

Nice vintage plaster foo dog sculpture in faux bronze finish, circa 1970s.

Fabulous single ceramic Asian turquoise female foo dog. The carving details are amazing. Great addition to your chinoiserie collection.

Each jar is topped with its original domed lid and a striking, sculpted foo dog finial in iron-red. The bases bear an apocryphal six-character Kangxi reign mark within a double ring.

Maitland Smith. Very fine bronze of a foo dog. Exceptional quality and patina. 28” x 9” x 11”.

The foo dog itself, a powerful and protective symbol, stands as a guardian over the vessel, reflecting centuries of cultural significance.

Having pine trees on the property is said to be very auspicious. The Buddha's dog or foo dog, the indomitable guardian lion, a defense from all bad influences.

Carved Chinese Foo Dog Cigar, cigarette, 420 Ashtray, or Incense Burner - Chinese Guardian Lion.

A large and impressive Japanese Meiji period (1852-1912) patinated bronze guardian lion censer. Late 19th century, Japan, exceptionally executed, the group consisting of four shishi...

Antique Asian Silver Betel Nut Box in Foo Lion Form, Southeast Asia, 19th–20th Century A finely crafted antique South Asian silver betel nut box, cast in the form of a Foo Lion (Sing...

The larger lion arches his back, stepping on the tail of the smaller lion, and holding the smaller lion's paw in his mouth.

Large 51" Tall Foo Lions Fine Carved Mahogany Floor Lamp Base MINT!

Its mane is carved with cloudy whirls, reminding us of its celestial aspect and enhancing the dynamism of the statue. In tradition foo dogs lions were used as stone guardians in the ...

Removed Antique Asian Cabinet Doors. Heavily worn corners and edges, missing finish. One door has only a single hinge remaining. W 14 5/8 x H 26 5/8 x D 2 in.

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

Condition Some usual age signs like ware and the foo lion is loose. Size 27x18CM HeightxDiameter Period 19th century 20th century

China, first half of the 20th century An impressive and monumental pair of Chinese Foo Lions, finely hand-carved in wood and richly decorated in red and gilt polychrome.

The neck and shoulder have a geometric key design, and there are applied sculpted porcelain foo dogs for handles. "Foo", "fu" or "shi" dogs are actually the lion guardians that histo...