What does a lion statue symbolize?

Depending on the culture, a lion statue can symbolize a variety of things. In Buddhist culture, lion statues bring peace and prosperity, while in China, the lion statues act as guardians. In Italy a lion statue symbolizes power and prestige. You’ll find a collection of lion statues from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Lion Statue

Pair French Garden Statues

Chalk Ware Or Plaster Of Paris Statues

Pair Of Lions Garden Sculptures

Gorgeous Pair of Large English Stone Lions

Sold|~~$10,800~~

Gorgeous Pair of Large English Stone Lions

Located in Woodbury, CT

These wonderful well-weathered cast stone lions comprise a proper (opposing) pair and are modeled

Category

Vintage 1960s British Statues

Materials

Cast Stone

Majestic Pair of Cast Iron Lion Heads

Sold|~~$3,200~~

Majestic Pair of Cast Iron Lion Heads

Located in Hamburg, DE

Majestic Pair of heavy Cast Iron Lion Heads. The Heads are in very good vintage condition.

Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Iron

Pair of Baroque Style Terra Cotta Lions

Sold|~~$1,600~~

Pair of Baroque Style Terra Cotta Lions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Magnificent pair of Baroque style lions in terra cotta. Inscribed in Latin at the bases. These

Category

Antique 19th Century Baroque Statues

Materials

Cast Stone, Composition

Imposing Pair of Recumbent Cast Statuary Lions

Sold|~~$995~~

Imposing Pair of Recumbent Cast Statuary Lions

Located in Bridport, CT

Grace your entrance or garden with this wonderful pair of or distinctive recumbent lions. Heavy and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Statues

Materials

Concrete

Pair of Heavily-Weathered and Lichened English Cast Stone Armorial Lions

Sold|~~$4,200~~

Pair of Heavily-Weathered and Lichened English Cast Stone Armorial Lions

Located in Woodbury, CT

This pair of identical standing armorial lions are deeply-cast and have a stunning patina with

Category

20th Century English Medieval Statues

Materials

Cast Stone

Pair of English Armorial Carved Stone Lion Sculptures with Shields, circa 1920

Sold|~~$3,550~~

Pair of English Armorial Carved Stone Lion Sculptures with Shields, circa 1920

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of English armorial carved stone standing lion sculptures from the early 20th century. When

Category

Early 20th Century English Statues

Materials

Stone

French 19th Century Bronze Electrified Gas Chandelier

Sold|~~$2,250~~

French 19th Century Bronze Electrified Gas Chandelier

Located in Fairfax, VA

A fabulous three-light electrified gas chandelier. This elegant chandelier has mythological lion

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Vintage Figures of Chinese Export Turquoise Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Sold|~~$603~~

Pair of Vintage Figures of Chinese Export Turquoise Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Located in Richmond, London

, foo dogs. In Chinese they are simply called "Shi", which means "lion". Statues of guardian lions have

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Solid Marble Statue of a Medici Lion

Sold|~~$1,400~~

Solid Marble Statue of a Medici Lion

Located in Woodbury, CT

This lion, in dark green marble is a late 19th-early 20th century rendition of one the Medici lions

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Lion of Judah 800 Silver Statue by Artist Dejene from Addis Ababa

Sold|~~$3,800~~

Lion of Judah 800 Silver Statue by Artist Dejene from Addis Ababa

Located in Oakland, CA

A silver statue called “The Lion of Judah”! Purchased in Israel, signed by the artist K. Dejene

Category

Vintage 1950s African Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Silver

Filigree Dragon or Foo Lion with Turquoise and Coral Cabochons

Sold|~~$532~~

Filigree Dragon or Foo Lion with Turquoise and Coral Cabochons

Located in Antwerp, BE

Early 20th century Tibetan filigree brass foo lion or dragon statue decorated overall with

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Lion Statue For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic lion statue available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of stone, metal and cast stone, every lion statue was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a lion statue, we have 667 options in-stock, while there are 17 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect lion statue — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each lion statue bearing neoclassical, Victorian or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one lion statue that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arid, Maitland Smith and Powell, Bishop & Stonier produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Lion Statue?

The average selling price for a lion statue at 1stDibs is $3,884, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $1,909,568 for the highest priced.

Questions About Lion Statue

What does a lion statue symbolize?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Depending on the culture, a lion statue can symbolize a variety of things. In Buddhist culture, lion statues bring peace and prosperity, while in China, the lion statues act as guardians. In Italy a lion statue symbolizes power and prestige. You’ll find a collection of lion statues from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.