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Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer
Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer

Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer

Located in Austin, TX

A large and powerfully cast Chinese bronze censer in the form of two Buddhistic lions, Qing dynasty

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Red Chinese Temple Doors Lacquered Architectural Panels With Foo Dogs Wall Art
Red Chinese Temple Doors Lacquered Architectural Panels With Foo Dogs Wall Art

Red Chinese Temple Doors Lacquered Architectural Panels With Foo Dogs Wall Art

Located in Hyattsville, MD

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.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Elm

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C
Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Quality with superb decoration. Condition Some usual age signs like ware and the foo lion is

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Meiji Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Huge Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs RF#01/02
Pair of Huge Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs RF#01/02

Pair of Huge Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs RF#01/02

Located in Norton, MA

Huge, Fine, and very detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs from the mid-20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940
PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very good pair of antique Chinese foo or lion dogs, sometimes called temple lions made

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Stone

Chinese porcelain pastel Foo Dog
Chinese porcelain pastel Foo Dog

Chinese porcelain pastel Foo Dog

Located in DELFT, NL

Fô dogs in polychrome porcelain famille rose, forming an incense holder. China, 18th/19th century

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

2 Rare Chinese Marble Foo Dog Guardian Fu Lion Temple Garden Statues 41"
2 Rare Chinese Marble Foo Dog Guardian Fu Lion Temple Garden Statues 41"

2 Rare Chinese Marble Foo Dog Guardian Fu Lion Temple Garden Statues 41"

Located in Dayton, OH

Two monumental antique Chinese Foo Dogs, circa mid 20th century. Made of white marble featuring

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Statues

Materials

Marble

Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair
Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair

Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair

Located in Forney, TX

Japanese Buddhist Foo Dogs, life-size Hindu temple sculptures, Tibetan monastery ritual vessel

Category

Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cut Glass, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

LARGE DECORATIVE VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HAND CARVED CHINESE LION FOO DOG STATUE
LARGE DECORATIVE VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HAND CARVED CHINESE LION FOO DOG STATUE

LARGE DECORATIVE VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HAND CARVED CHINESE LION FOO DOG STATUE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

carved Chinese Foo Lion Dog statue with original paint and patina This is a very special and highly

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of 1950s Foo Dog Lamps
Pair of 1950s Foo Dog Lamps

Pair of 1950s Foo Dog Lamps

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Foo dogs are great. But even better as lamps. And here is a pair.

Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Glazed Turquoise Foo Dog & Vase
Chinese Glazed Turquoise Foo Dog & Vase

Chinese Glazed Turquoise Foo Dog & Vase

Located in Kent, Dover

A Chinese turquoise glazed dog of foo and a bulb shaped vase, with decoration.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving
20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

Located in Dallas, TX

reticulated vase/urn and flanked by a pair of classic Foo Dogs with floral scrolling motifs. Heart shaped

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

19th Century Bronze Chinese Foo Dog
19th Century Bronze Chinese Foo Dog

19th Century Bronze Chinese Foo Dog

Located in Montreal, QC

19th century bronze Chinese Foo Dog.

Category

Antique 1850s Chinese Archaistic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Peking Rug Foo Dog Design
Chinese Peking Rug Foo Dog Design

Chinese Peking Rug Foo Dog Design

Located in Ferrara, IT

traditions of Chinese arts. The central motif of the carpet features a Foo Dog, or Shishi, which is a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Foo Dog Candle Holder
Antique Chinese Foo Dog Candle Holder

Antique Chinese Foo Dog Candle Holder

Located in Dallas, TX

An antique Chinese Foo Dog with silver inlaid wood stand. Circa 1900 very fine detail.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases Gilt Foo Lion Handles
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases Gilt Foo Lion Handles

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases Gilt Foo Lion Handles

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 19th-Century Chinese Export Famille Rose Vases with Gilt Foo Lion Handles China, Qing

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Foo Dog Candlestick
Chinese Export Porcelain Foo Dog Candlestick

Chinese Export Porcelain Foo Dog Candlestick

Located in Bradenton, FL

Chinese Export porcelain foo dog candlestick, modeled with the dog seated on all fours with paws

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Brass and Enamel Foo Dog Bookends
Brass and Enamel Foo Dog Bookends

Brass and Enamel Foo Dog Bookends

$520Sale Price|20% Off

Brass and Enamel Foo Dog Bookends

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A lovely and vibrant pair of brass bookends with Foo Dog repousse in brilliant enamel colors - well

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Bookends

Materials

Brass

Chinese Foo Dog Rug Salmon Color
Chinese Foo Dog Rug Salmon Color

Chinese Foo Dog Rug Salmon Color

Located in Ferrara, IT

This is an antique Chinese Foo Dog Rug Salmon Color woven circa 1920. What sets this particular rug

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Chinese Shisa Foo Dog Figurines, A Pair
Chinese Shisa Foo Dog Figurines, A Pair

Chinese Shisa Foo Dog Figurines, A Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Shisa Polychromed Glazed Foo Dogs, also known as Fu dogs

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

RugsOnNet Ivory Blue Antique Wool Chinese Lion Foo Dog Motif Ningxia Rug Carpet
RugsOnNet Ivory Blue Antique Wool Chinese Lion Foo Dog Motif Ningxia Rug Carpet

RugsOnNet Ivory Blue Antique Wool Chinese Lion Foo Dog Motif Ningxia Rug Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique Chinese - Art Deco rugs 6' 3'' x 8' 6''. Antique Geometric Medallion Wool Hand Knotted Pile Black 1875 Rug, Circa Date: 1875. This exceptional example of 19th-century weavin...

Category

Antique 1870s Chinese Chinese Export Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

9" tall Bronze Foo Dog w/ patina
9" tall Bronze Foo Dog w/ patina

9" tall Bronze Foo Dog w/ patina

Located in Pasadena, TX

This Foo Dog casting was made in Asia. Its a bronze depicting a Foo Dog. Has lots of nice patina.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Root Foo Dog Figures
Pair of Chinese Root Foo Dog Figures

Pair of Chinese Root Foo Dog Figures

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Asian Chinese style (19th Cent) root design foo dog figures on shaped teak bases

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Chinese Style Foo Dog Terra Cotta Vase
Chinese Style Foo Dog Terra Cotta Vase

Chinese Style Foo Dog Terra Cotta Vase

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Chinese style (19/20th Cent) terra cotta vase with foo dog handles and dragons on relief.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Composite cast Mother Foo Dog with Pup
Composite cast Mother Foo Dog with Pup

Composite cast Mother Foo Dog with Pup

Located in Pasadena, TX

This sculpture is cast from a composite. It depicts a Mother Foo Dog with her pup. The piece is

Category

20th Century Chinese Tribal Animal Sculptures

Materials

Composition

Pair of 19th C. French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vases with Foo Lion Handles
Pair of 19th C. French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vases with Foo Lion Handles

Pair of 19th C. French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Vases with Foo Lion Handles

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in New York, NY

with Foo Lion Handles of Magnificent quality and condition, Attributed to F. Barbedienne. Each vase is

Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Vases

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Pair of Burmese Carved Foo Dog Figures
Pair of Burmese Carved Foo Dog Figures

Pair of Burmese Carved Foo Dog Figures

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Asian Burmese style carved foo dog figures on rectangular shaped base (19/20th Cent

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Other Figurative Sculptures

1960s Mother Guardian Foo Dog Pair
1960s Mother Guardian Foo Dog Pair

1960s Mother Guardian Foo Dog Pair

Located in Farmingdale, NJ

Exceptionally avant garde style approaching surrealist, bulging eyes and rich hued glazes; extremely rare to find as a pair, meant to be tile-roof finials. Breath taking and large ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Ming Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Large Turquoise Glazed Chinese Dog Of Foo
Large Turquoise Glazed Chinese Dog Of Foo

Large Turquoise Glazed Chinese Dog Of Foo

Located in Kent, Dover

A large ceramic turquoise glazed Chinese dog of foo, handsomely carved.

Category

Vintage 1930s Chinese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Ceramic Foo Dog Plant Stands, a Pair
Ceramic Foo Dog Plant Stands, a Pair

Ceramic Foo Dog Plant Stands, a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of ceramic Foo Dog plant stands, circa 1970. Glazed in blue, brown and teal. Dimensions per

Category

Vintage 1970s Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Lovely Dehua Blanc de Chine Foo Lions Sculpture, 20th Century
Set of 2 Lovely Dehua Blanc de Chine Foo Lions Sculpture, 20th Century

Set of 2 Lovely Dehua Blanc de Chine Foo Lions Sculpture, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely made piece. Late 20th century and of nice quality. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Decoration Type / Colour: Monochrome P...

Category

20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Circa 1970s Asian Ceramic Foo Dog Statue
Circa 1970s Asian Ceramic Foo Dog Statue

Circa 1970s Asian Ceramic Foo Dog Statue

Located in Cookeville, TN

Vintage large ceramic foo dog statue with rhinestone eyes. Circa 1970s. Excellent condition. No

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Asian Granite Foo Dog Figures
Pair of Asian Granite Foo Dog Figures

Pair of Asian Granite Foo Dog Figures

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Asian (probably Japanese) white and black speckled granite sitting foo dog figures resting

Category

20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Granite

Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Seal Statue
Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Seal Statue

Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Seal Statue

Located in San Diego, CA

Representing the mythical figure of a foo dog, this incredibly ornate figure packs detail and

Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dog Topper
Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dog Topper

Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dog Topper

Located in Dallas, TX

cover of the jar has a foo dog on top of it adding some authentic Chinese decoration.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Foo Dog Armchairs Pair Mid Century
Chinoiserie Foo Dog Armchairs Pair Mid Century

Chinoiserie Foo Dog Armchairs Pair Mid Century

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Mid Century Chinoiserie Armchairs with Hand Carved Foo

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Oak

Set of Three Decorative White Ceramic Boxes or Pots by Lion French Handmade
Set of Three Decorative White Ceramic Boxes or Pots by Lion French Handmade

Set of Three Decorative White Ceramic Boxes or Pots by Lion French Handmade

By Eugène Lion

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Eugene Lion, circa 1940 Set of three decorative pots or boxes in stoneware ceramic

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Carved Wood and Gilt Finished Chinese Foo Dog Figurines or Sculptures
Pair of Carved Wood and Gilt Finished Chinese Foo Dog Figurines or Sculptures

Pair of Carved Wood and Gilt Finished Chinese Foo Dog Figurines or Sculptures

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of intricately hand carved and hand painted Foo dogs are believed to have made in the mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Softwood

Vintage Chinoiserie White Stone Foo Dog Statues, Pair
Vintage Chinoiserie White Stone Foo Dog Statues, Pair

Vintage Chinoiserie White Stone Foo Dog Statues, Pair

Located in Elkhart, IN

A stunning pair of vintage Chinoiserie white stone statues of Asian Foo Dogs. China, Late 20th

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Statues

Materials

Cast Stone

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c
Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c

Located in Richmond, CA

Pair of vintage Chinese pewter guardian lions, in fierce sitting pose, with copper accents for

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880
Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880

Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880

By Satsuma

Located in Atlanta, GA

upturned handles and intricately sculpted lid, crowned with a striking Foo dog or dragon figure, amplify

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Italian Rare Glazed Terracotta Foo Dog Garden Stool
Italian Rare Glazed Terracotta Foo Dog Garden Stool

Italian Rare Glazed Terracotta Foo Dog Garden Stool

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Just arrived in my shop, this charming Italian Rare Glazed Terracotta Foo Dog Garden Stool. The

Category

Vintage 1940s Stools

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage Asian Foo-Dog Statues On Pedestal - Pair
Vintage Asian Foo-Dog Statues On Pedestal - Pair

Vintage Asian Foo-Dog Statues On Pedestal - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Asian Sculpted Resin Pedestal Mounted Foo-Dog Statues - Pair This pair of foo dog

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Ceramic

Edo Style Old Foo Dog in Glazed Ceramic
Edo Style Old Foo Dog in Glazed Ceramic

Edo Style Old Foo Dog in Glazed Ceramic

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Old - possibly antique Japanese Edo style Foo or Lion dog. It is executed in glazed ceramic or

Category

20th Century Asian Edo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Large Ochre-Glazed Foo Dog Sculptures
Pair of Large Ochre-Glazed Foo Dog Sculptures

Pair of Large Ochre-Glazed Foo Dog Sculptures

$4,000Sale Price / set|38% Off

Pair of Large Ochre-Glazed Foo Dog Sculptures

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Stunning pair of large ochre-glazed foo dog "guardian lion" sculptures

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

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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.