Large Ceramic Foo Dogs: 'Faceless Guardian Dogs'
By Kenjiro Kitade
Located in New York, NY
Guardian dogs (Koma-Inu in Japanese) Guardians of temples or shrines placed on each side of
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Clay, Earthenware, Glaze
Large Ceramic Foo Dogs: 'Faceless Guardian Dogs'
By Kenjiro Kitade
Located in New York, NY
Guardian dogs (Koma-Inu in Japanese) Guardians of temples or shrines placed on each side of
Clay, Earthenware, Glaze
Ceramic Foo Dogs: 'Guardian Dogs'
By Kenjiro Kitade
Located in New York, NY
Guardians of temples or shrines placed on each side of entrance, believed to ward off Evil Spirit’s
Clay, Glaze, Underglaze
Pair of Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs Figurines
Located in Atlanta, GA
—also known as Shishi or guardian dogs—are often displayed in pairs to symbolize strength and balance
Ceramic
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
Porcelain
Silver and Enamel Dog Cigarette Case
Located in Newark, England
used as guardian dogs of German nobility. It is one of the two largest dog breeds in the world. 800
Silver, Enamel
$13,880 / set
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
cub. Shizi were believed to be powerful protectors, and the artisan who hand-carved these fu dogs
Limestone
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Blue Ceramic
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage pair of glazed ceramic Komainu figurines with a crackle effect, Guardian Lions, better
Ceramic
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
Porcelain
Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions
Located in Lomita, CA
hand-carved rose quartz foo dogs (also known as guardian lions) exudes protective strength and artistry
Quartz
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
Ceramic
$2,800Sale Price|30% Off
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
Porcelain
$5,596Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, Ming Dynasty. Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs or Guardian
Bronze
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
Bronze
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
Bronze
Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Located in San Diego, CA
A vibrant and commanding pair of Chinese guardian lions, commonly referred to as Foo Dogs, rendered
Ceramic
Koma-inu “lion dogs” symbolic guardians at temples or shrines, Japan (#004904)
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Koma-inu “lion dogs”, symbolic guardians at temples or shrines. Cypress burl wood (hinoki
Wood
Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, complementing the larger figure in both size and design. These Tibetan temple dogs are symbolic guardians
Wood
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
Brass
1960's Berber Tikdift Zanagah Moroccan Carpet with Modern Style
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
. Scattered across the surface are animal figures—perhaps goats or guardian dogs—rendered in jubilant hues of
Wool
$5,070
Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, often called "Foo Dogs." Chinese Guardian Lions are
Limestone
$7,500 / set
Pair of monumental bronze Foo Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monumental pair of opposing bronze foo dogs or guardian lions… This is a male and female pair. The
Bronze
Old Chinese stone carved lion typeB /Early 20th century/Garden ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
” (guardian dogs) found at the entrances of shrines and temples. The komainu, which are arranged in the shape
Sandstone
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
Concrete
Kieselstein-Cord Guardian Lion Foo Dog Cufflinks & 4 Shirt Studs Set
By KIESELSTEIN-CORD
Located in New York, NY
diamonds weighing an estimated 0.12 carats. Made in United States circa 2002. Protectors and guardians, Foo
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Asian Chromed Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introducing our "Vintage Asian Chromed Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs" – exquisite guardians that blend
Ceramic
$1,430Sale Price|20% Off
Foo Dog Guardian Lion Inspired Spanish Garden Sculpture in Carved Stone, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Carved Stone Garden Sculpture inspired in Guardian Lion Foo Dogs from Chinese Culture
Stone
$1,242Sale Price / set|65% Off
Pair of Stone Foo Dogs Candle Holder Garden Statues
Located in Somis, CA
design. As legendary guardians, foo dogs are believed to protect homes and their inhabitants from evil
Stone
Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs Sculptures/Figurines
By Satsuma
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
the same way. Foo dogs or guardian lions symbolize prosperity, success and guardian ship. Hallmark is
Porcelain
$480Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Chinese Figural Carved Emerald Onyx with Fu Dogs & Foliage c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
and textures. Fu Dogs, known as guardians, are a significant symbol in Chinese culture, often
Onyx
1920s Red Guardian Lions Antique Silk Chinese Embroidery 3' x 3' 6" Woven Rug
Located in New York, NY
features powerful, stylized Imperial Guardian Lions (Foo Dogs) rendered in detailed embroidery, often
Silk
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
Metal
Large Blue and White Celestial Ball Vase with Fu Dogs
Located in Chicago, IL
jar demonstrates the exceptional artistry of Chinese blue-and-white porcelain. Guardian Fu lion dogs
Porcelain
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Antique Hand Painted Chinese Jars With Foo Dogs and Inscriptions
Located in SANTA FE, NM
Porcelain 17 x 8 x 8 inches Painted in iron red, these Foo Dogs or Imperial Guardian Lions are strong Feng
Porcelain, Paint
$8,297Sale Price / set|20% Off
Large Pair of Graduated Turquoise Porcelain Foo Dogs. Chinese Circa 1880
Located in Ixelles, BE
Chinese ceramic art. Foo dogs, also known as guardian lions or temple lions, are iconic mythical creatures
Ceramic
Red Lacquer Wedding Chest with Gilt Foo Dogs and Calligraphy Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
prosperity and imperial favor. On the chest’s façade, gilt guardian lions—foo dogs—flank a ribbon-tied ball
Iron
Antique Chinese Peking Rug, Wool on Cotton, Lion Dogs, 19th Century
Located in Barrington, IL
the composition is a large medallion adorned with lion dogs, traditional guardians in Chinese culture
Wool, Cotton
Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs
Located in Dublin, IE
the Majolica style green, yellow and aubergine glaze. Chinese Foo Dogs Imperial guardian lions
Ceramic
Pair of Antique Large Chinese Lacquered, Gilded Foo Dogs on Ornate Bases, China
Located in San Francisco, CA
Foo Dogs, or Guardian Lions, are a Chinese symbol of protection, often placed at entrances to ward
Wood, Lacquer
Japanese Six Panel Screen: ShiShi in River Landscape
Located in Hudson, NY
Three shishi, also known as foo dogs or guardian lions, play next to a golden misty waterfall. They
Gold
$238Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vintage Chinese Feng Shui Foo Dog Statues, Wucai Porcelain, 1950s
Located in Pomona, CA
The figurines in the image are a pair of Chinese Feng Shui Prosperity statues, Foo Dogs (Guardian
Ceramic
Vintage Chinese Wood Carving Lions Sculptures Pair
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Vintage Chinese Wood Carving Lions Sculptures – Guardian Fu Lion Pair in Traditional Style This
Wood
1900s Brown Medallion Antique Chinese Mongolian Rug 5' 9''x7' 10'' Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
features a stylized rosette flanked by four charming zoomorphic figures, often interpreted as guardian
Wool
Pair of Soapstone Seal Stamps, 20th Century, in Their Original Boxes
Located in NANTES, FR
soapstone seals depict Foo Dogs (Guardian Lions). They date from the 20th century and are finely carved
Stone
Antique French Turquoise Blue Glazed Foo Fu Dog Candlesticks
Located in Toronto, ON
elegance, featuring mythical Foo Dogs—guardians of protection—resting amidst delicate porcelain flowers and
Brass
Vintage Chinese Famille Rose Baluster Vase Painted in Canton Style Figural
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Butterflies, and Flowers, Colorful Dragons on the front and back, at the Neck Handles Shape of Guardian Lion
Porcelain, Paint
Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures, Ming Style, Circa 1920 Pair
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Notes: Foo, Guardian or Lions Dogs, also known as komainu or shishi,...
Bronze
Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilt Lions, Floral Motifs, and Storage
Located in Yonkers, NY
dynamic scene of guardian lions, or foo dogs, flanking a bow-tied sphere—a motif often associated with
Iron
Entre Afeto II, 2025 - Ritchelly Oliveira (Figurative Painting)
Located in Porto, 13
artwork presents a poised Black woman encircled by three Doberman dogs, guardians whose alert yet calm
Canvas, Charcoal, Acrylic
Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
. Originating in China, foo dogs resemble Chinese guardian lions, representing prosperity, success, and
Metal, Bronze
$1,580Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Chinese Canton Export Lacquered Giltwood Tea Caddy on Shishi Feet
Located in Haarlem, NL
caddy is raised on four lacquered and gilt carved imperial guardian lions, lion dogs or foo dogs also
Pewter
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Located in Paris, FR
patina. Each oil lamp rests on four legs toppd by a Foo dog. Foo Dogs or Chinese guardian lions are a
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Temple Architectural Corbel Carved Sculpture Pair
Located in Forney, TX
focal point, placed inside or outside, as a garden ornament, replacing your foo dogs, guardian lions
Wood, Paint
Unavailable|$10,030
Village Kinship (bronze, musher, sled dog, intimacy, team)
Located in Basalt, CO
subjects combine history and working animals—sled dogs, livestock guardian dogs, and burros. She has a team
Bronze
Unavailable|$395
Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs
Located in Cookeville, TN
Offering this magnificent pair of guardian foo lions. Beautifully crafted ceramic fired with
Ceramic
Unavailable|$895
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
Marble
Unavailable|$4,960
Prospector's Partner (bronze, burro, American West, fortitude, character)
Located in Basalt, CO
guardian dogs, and burros. She now has a team of four or her own sled dogs and does recreational mushing
Bronze
Unavailable|$1,025
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
Wood