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Jadeite Jade Foo Lion Carving
Jadeite Jade Foo Lion Carving

Jadeite Jade Foo Lion Carving, 20th Century

$12,000

H 26 in W 19.5 in D 9.5 in

Jadeite Jade Foo Lion Carving

Located in Los Angeles, CA

JD805 Jadeite Jade Foo Lion Carving with Custom Stand. A finely executed jadeite jade sculpture depicting a traditional Chinese Foo Lion (Guardian Lion) captured in a dynamic and pl...

Category

Late 20th Century Other Art Style Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Blue Ceramic
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Blue Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Blue Ceramic

$274Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.49 in W 4.34 in D 2.76 in

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 known as Foo dogs, hand-painted in turquoise and green.

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

$3,875 / set

H 16 in W 15 in D 8 in

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Located in Norwood, NJ

Beautiful fine pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel foo lion censers, in a standing pose. Yellow enamel ground and stylized patinated copper repousse head with enamel eyes.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

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

Pair of Antique Hand Molded Chinese Foo Lions

$1,200 / set

H 6.5 in W 4.25 in D 5 in

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

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.
pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

$1,800 / set

H 2.25 in W 3.75 in D 1.8 in

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

Located in New York, NY

one dog/lion is clutching onto a ball-like object, and the other dog/lion is clutching onto her cub; wooden base is included with this lot; 1.8in(D) x 3.75in(W) x 2.25in(H) are the a...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.
Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.

Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.

$9,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 36 in W 15 in D 20 in

Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.

Located in Stamford, CT

A magnificent pair of bronze Singha Temple Lions, a Thai mythical creature in the form of a lion that has been a big part of Thai history guarding the entrances to the many Buddhist ...

Category

Late 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 16cm
Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 16cm

Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 16cm

$236Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 6.3 in W 1.58 in D 2.76 in

Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 16cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

A beautiful pair of foo dogs, temple lions, vintage figurines made of turquoise and light blue glazed crackle ceramic, China.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi
Vintage Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, Foo Dogs or Shishi

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 have been a prominent part of Chinese art and culture for centuries.

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

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 bronzed metal.

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions
Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

$799 / set

H 3.5 in W 1.75 in D 1.75 in

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions

Located in Lomita, CA

The pair of hand-carved rose quartz foo dogs (also known as guardian lions) exudes protective strength and artistry.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950
Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950

Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950

$1,275 / set

H 5.75 in W 5 in D 2.5 in

Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950

Located in New York, NY

Pair of charming polychrome ceramic Foo Dog / Lions in the Qing Style. Fantastic detail and a beautiful color combination of ochre, green, brown and blue.

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Pair of Intricately  Carved Marble Garden Foo Lion Figures
Fine Pair of Intricately  Carved Marble Garden Foo Lion Figures

Fine Pair of Intricately Carved Marble Garden Foo Lion Figures

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A pair of opposing foo lions with elaborately carved curled fur and seated on bases.

Category

Mid-20th Century Ming Statues

Materials

Marble

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Located in Nuernberg, DE

They have a black base and the color of the lions is kept in the natural color of the soapstone.

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.
pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

pair of Chinese egg, spinach glazed foo lions/dogs, 19th c.

Located in New York, NY

1.6in(D) x 2.8in(W) x 5.8in(H) are the dimensions of the taller foo lion/dog; the paw of one lion is resting on a rock; the paw of the other lion is resting on a ball

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Concrete Foo Dog Guardian Lions
Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Concrete Foo Dog Guardian Lions

Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Concrete Foo Dog Guardian Lions

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

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

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Statues

Materials

Concrete

Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs
Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs

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 good vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs
Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs

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 good vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Fine Pair of Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Foo Lion Incense Burners
Fine Pair of Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Foo Lion Incense Burners

Fine Pair of Antique Chinese Cast Bronze Foo Lion Incense Burners

Located in Bridgeport, CT

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

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Green Marble Foo Dog Guardian Lion Bookends Sculptures, 1970s
Pair of Chinese Green Marble Foo Dog Guardian Lion Bookends Sculptures, 1970s

Pair of Chinese Green Marble Foo Dog Guardian Lion Bookends Sculptures, 1970s

Located in San Diego, CA

A striking pair of hand-carved green marble Foo Dog (Guardian Lion) sculptures fashioned as decorative bookends.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble

Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Pair of Large Chinese Famille Rose Glazed Guardian Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Located in San Diego, CA

Condition reflected in pricing. About Foo Dogs Foo Dogs, or Imperial Guardian Lions, have long been placed at entrances of homes, temples, and palaces to ward off negative energy a...

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic

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

At the neck, applied gilt-molded foo lion handles further reinforce the theme of protection and strength.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Porcelain

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

Either side of each vase is decorated with a foo lion mask handle which is ormolu, hand-chassed, and hand-chiseled.

Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Vases

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 23 in W 12 in D 18 in

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Located in Stamford, CT

Impressive pair of large patinated bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are celestial animal emblem of Tib...

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Located in Stamford, CT

Impressive pair of large bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are celestial animal emblem of Tibet that em...

Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century
Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century

Pair Chinese Export Famille Verte Biscuit Porcelain Foo Lions, mid 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A charming and delightful matched pair of recumbent Chinese Export porcelain foo lions or foo dogs, famille verte enameled biscuit porcelain and carved hardwood stands, mid 20th cent...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Antique Asian Silver Betel Nut Box in Foo Lion Form Southeast Asia
Antique Asian Silver Betel Nut Box in Foo Lion Form Southeast Asia

Antique Asian Silver Betel Nut Box in Foo Lion Form Southeast Asia

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

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...

Category

Early 20th Century Thai Anglo Raj Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

$6,850 / set

H 19.75 in W 8.25 in D 19.25 in

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Large pair of antique Chinese porcelain foo dogs. Stunning pair of antique Chinese hand decorated porcelain foo dogs or foo lions.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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

$2,450 / set

H 2.75 in W 3.25 in D 1.75 in

Vintage Chinese Silver 925 Enameled Foo Dogs - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The intricate hand-applied enamel in rich hues of blue, green, red, and gold enhances the fierce yet majestic expressions of these guardian lions. Each Foo Dog is adorned with fine d...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Pair of Famille Verte et Jaune Foo Dogs, Qing Dynasty
Pair of Famille Verte et Jaune Foo Dogs, Qing Dynasty

Pair of Famille Verte et Jaune Foo Dogs, Qing Dynasty

$2,368 / set

H 8.67 in W 4.34 in D 2.76 in

Pair of Famille Verte et Jaune Foo Dogs, Qing Dynasty

Located in Torino, IT

A pair of porcelain foo lions or foo dogs decorated in a pleasing combination of green and yellow enamels.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Hand-Carved Chinese Wood Foo Dogs Incense Holder, Late 20th Century
Hand-Carved Chinese Wood Foo Dogs Incense Holder, Late 20th Century

Hand-Carved Chinese Wood Foo Dogs Incense Holder, Late 20th Century

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

The Foo Dogs are mystical creatures known as Chinese Imperial guardian lions.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Ningxia Pillar Runner with Imperial Dragon & Lions - Rug & Kilim
Antique Chinese Ningxia Pillar Runner with Imperial Dragon & Lions - Rug & Kilim

Antique Chinese Ningxia Pillar Runner with Imperial Dragon & Lions - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Admirers of the craft will note the trio of Foo Lion masks at the top, a protective motif traditionally placed to "watch over" the sacred space and ward off malevolent spirits.

Category

Antique 1880s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Oversize Chinese Peking Rug, Near Square Size, Pale Yellow, Lion Dogs
Antique Oversize Chinese Peking Rug, Near Square Size, Pale Yellow, Lion Dogs

Antique Oversize Chinese Peking Rug, Near Square Size, Pale Yellow, Lion Dogs

Located in Barrington, IL

At the center lies a striking large medallion, adorned with Fu lion dogs (Foo dogs)—symbols of protection and power—surrounded by elegant cloud wreath motifs, symbolizing peace and c...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilt Lions, Floral Motifs, and Storage
Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilt Lions, Floral Motifs, and Storage

Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilt Lions, Floral Motifs, and Storage

Located in Yonkers, NY

The front panel features a dynamic scene of guardian lions, or foo dogs, flanking a bow-tied sphere—a motif often associated with protection and prosperity.

Category

20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose “100 Boys” Porcelain Floor Vase
Early 20th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose “100 Boys” Porcelain Floor Vase

Early 20th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose “100 Boys” Porcelain Floor Vase

Located in Tarry Town, NY

The vase is further adorned with a pair of molded foo lion masque and ring handles at the shoulder, adding sculptural dimension and traditional decorative elements.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Tianqi / Chongzhen Plate, 16/17th Century
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tianqi / Chongzhen Plate, 16/17th Century

Antique Chinese Porcelain Tianqi / Chongzhen Plate, 16/17th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Unusual plate with central carvings of a Foo Lion, never seen before (difficult to capture the carvings properly, I treid with my phone and darkened the photo to show it, so cool).

Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases
Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases

Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases

$20,543 / set

H 21.26 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases

Located in London, GB

Each vase stands on three gilt bronze feet which take the form of Chinese Imperial lions (or foo dogs).

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Chinese Peranakan Inlaid Hardwood Pagoda Display Cabinet, Early 20th Century
Chinese Peranakan Inlaid Hardwood Pagoda Display Cabinet, Early 20th Century

Chinese Peranakan Inlaid Hardwood Pagoda Display Cabinet, Early 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A further carved and pierced gallery to the bottom of the cabinet with stylized ruyi head and cloud designs, and stylized "shou" (longevity) characters to the sides. A pair of carved...

Category

Vintage 1910s Asian Chinoiserie Furniture

Materials

Bone, Hardwood, Boxwood

Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Jardinière Attributed to F. Barbedienne

Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Jardinière Attributed to F. Barbedienne

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in London, GB

The large central circular form cloisonne enamel jardinière decorated with vari colored plum flowers and butterflies on a blue ground, with a pierced ormolu rim featuring a pineapple...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Planters, Cachepots and Jar...

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

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Stone Guardian Foo Lions
Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Unavailable

H 18 in W 11 in D 7 in

Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering a pair of Guardian foo lions. This pair is heavy cast stone with intricate detail.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century
Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Foo lion sculptures of hand-carved and painted wood, c. 19th Century, possibly older.

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unavailable

H 37.8 in W 13 in D 14.97 in

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 velvet and have an egg and dart surround to each face.

Category

20th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

These reconstituted amber hand-carved foo lions were originally purchased at Gump's in San Francisco.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Reclaimed Wood, Resin

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'
Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions 'Foo Dogs'

Located in Bangkok, TH

A pair of 19th century, late Qing dynasty, Chinese guardian lions or "foo dogs" from Chaozhou Province. These ornately carved auspicious symbols were likely covered with stucco durin...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Spruce

A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China
A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China

A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China

Located in Westport, CT

Original pair of stone foo Lions once flanking the front entrance of a mansions in Southern China.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Large Pair of Meiping Shape Vases and Covers with Foo Lion Finials

Large Pair of Meiping Shape Vases and Covers with Foo Lion Finials

Located in Florence, IT

The Mei Ping, "Plum Vase" is traditionally used in China to display branches of Plum Blossoms hence its name. It has a narrow base, a wide body, a narrow neck, and a small opening. O...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ming Porcelain

19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops
19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops

19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops

Located in SOMIS, CA

A pair of very rare 19th century He Tian jade chops featuring carved foo dog lions. The He Tian Jade, from Xin Jiang province of Western China, is the most valuable white Jade in the...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade, Stone

19th Century Sculpture of Thai Foo Dog or Lion Guardian, Glass Jewel Deco
19th Century Sculpture of Thai Foo Dog or Lion Guardian, Glass Jewel Deco

19th Century Sculpture of Thai Foo Dog or Lion Guardian, Glass Jewel Deco

Located in Werkendam, NL

This sculptured Foo Dog was traditionally used at the entrance gate of wealthy households. People believed these Foo Dogs had the power to warding off evil and bringing prosperity. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Thai Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

Japan, A rare Japanese Kutani figure of Kannon on a Foo Lion, Meiji Period, 19th
Japan, A rare Japanese Kutani figure of Kannon on a Foo Lion, Meiji Period, 19th

Japan, A rare Japanese Kutani figure of Kannon on a Foo Lion, Meiji Period, 19th

Located in PARIS, FR

Crafted circa 1870, this masterpiece depicts a serene scene of Kannon gracefully seated atop a Foo Lion, symbolizing the dominance of Buddhist faith over the fiercest of creatures.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Asian Foo Dogs
Pair of Asian Foo Dogs

Pair of Asian Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 7 in D 5 in

Pair of Asian Foo Dogs

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Highly decorative pair of Asian Foo lions in brown clay These are stamped and seem to have age but I am not sure how much age.

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs
Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs

Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs

Unavailable

H 5.25 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in

Ceramic Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering this magnificent pair of guardian foo lions. Beautifully crafted ceramic fired with vibrant colors.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Foo Dogs on Pedestals
Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Foo Dogs on Pedestals

Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Foo Dogs on Pedestals

Located in Houston, TX

Extremely decorative and colorful pair of Chinese Sancai glazed statues in the form of foo dog lions on resting on pedestals with a ball in their front paws.

Category

Late 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Food Dogs on Pedestals
Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Food Dogs on Pedestals

Pair of Oversize Chinese Sancai Glazed Food Dogs on Pedestals

Located in Houston, TX

Extremely decorative and colorful pair of Chinese Sancai glazed statues in the form of foo dog lions on resting on pedestals with a ball in their front paws.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Antique Tibetan Altar Chest, Hand-Painted
Antique Tibetan Altar Chest, Hand-Painted

Antique Tibetan Altar Chest, Hand-Painted

Unavailable

H 41.5 in W 48 in D 20 in

Antique Tibetan Altar Chest, Hand-Painted

Located in SOMIS, CA

Here we have a pair of Foo Dog lions occupying the main scene. They protect and guard wealth and safety.

Category

Antique 19th Century Tibetan Furniture

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Bronze Lion of Foo Tablelamp, France, 1970
Midcentury Bronze Lion of Foo Tablelamp, France, 1970

Midcentury Bronze Lion of Foo Tablelamp, France, 1970

Located in Valladolid, ES

Awesome midcentury bronze Lion of Foo or dragon on base of black Bakelite and golden brass with an exquisite tulip in black velvet and golden interior.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions. Stunning nice scale pair of 20th century Chinese foo dogs or foo lions.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Terracotta

A Pair of Marble Foo Lions
A Pair of Marble Foo Lions

A Pair of Marble Foo Lions

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H 39.5 in W 14 in D 21 in

A Pair of Marble Foo Lions

Located in Chicago, IL

These majestic lion statues (also known as "Foo Dogs") stand as guardians of homes and important structures to ward off evil.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

A Pair of Carved Rosewood Foo Lions
A Pair of Carved Rosewood Foo Lions

A Pair of Carved Rosewood Foo Lions

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H 34 in W 7.5 in D 4 in

A Pair of Carved Rosewood Foo Lions

Located in Austin, TX

A charming pair of carved rosewood foo lions (aka foo dogs) set atop decorative carved columns.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions
Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

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H 9.5 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Unusual pair of Chinese cloisonné foo lions featuring exaggerated expressions, stylized big cat characteristics, alluring blue background, and presented on the original carved and eb...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Gilt Bronze Foo Lions
A Pair of Gilt Bronze Foo Lions

A Pair of Gilt Bronze Foo Lions

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H 16.5 in W 11.5 in D 8 in

A Pair of Gilt Bronze Foo Lions

Located in Austin, TX

A well cast pair of bronze foo lions. Modeled after the imperial lions that guard the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace, this pair sits alert, mouths open, ears perked, and re...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures

A Pair of Zisha (Purple Sand) Foo Lions
A Pair of Zisha (Purple Sand) Foo Lions

A Pair of Zisha (Purple Sand) Foo Lions

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H 13.25 in W 20 in D 14 in

A Pair of Zisha (Purple Sand) Foo Lions

Located in Austin, TX

A wonderfully animated pair of molded zisha (purple sand) foo lions (aka foo dogs). Mouths open and ears perked, the male holds a ball, the female a cub.

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Vintage Pair of Marble Temple Lion Foo Dogs
Vintage Pair of Marble Temple Lion Foo Dogs

Vintage Pair of Marble Temple Lion Foo Dogs

Located in Stamford, CT

Vintage glimmering shimmer solid white marble sculpture of a pair of marble Foo dogs. Also called guardian temple lions this size statuary is stately with finely detailed handcrafted...

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions
Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions

Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions

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H 13.78 in W 12.21 in D 7.09 in

Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of protection Foo Lions made of color glazed ceramic. China, XIX century.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions
Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions

Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is a striking pair of Chinese umber glazed porcelain foo lions situated on similar plinths, 20th century.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of ABCO Vintage Red Foo Dogs/Lions
Pair of ABCO Vintage Red Foo Dogs/Lions

Pair of ABCO Vintage Red Foo Dogs/Lions

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H 11 in W 5 in D 2.5 in

Pair of ABCO Vintage Red Foo Dogs/Lions

By Alexander Backer

Located in San Diego, CA

A striking pair of vintage red Foo Dogs/Lions on a black base by Alexander Packer and company (ABCO).

Category

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

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Blue Foo Dog Statues Temple Lion Chinese Porcelain
Pair of Blue Foo Dog Statues Temple Lion Chinese Porcelain

Pair of Blue Foo Dog Statues Temple Lion Chinese Porcelain

Located in Poperinge, BE

A charming pair of blue Foo Dog figurines, small temple lions, made of turquoise-glazed Chinese porcelain, late 20th century, unmarked and unnumbered.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

A Pair of Famille Jaune et Verte Foo Lions
A Pair of Famille Jaune et Verte Foo Lions

A Pair of Famille Jaune et Verte Foo Lions

Located in Austin, TX

A large pair of porcelain foo lions or foo dogs decorated in a pleasing combination of green and yellow enamels.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s
Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s

Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s

Located in Austin, TX

A striking pair of Vintage Chinese turquoise glazed porcelain foo dogs or guardian lions, circa 1980s. The pair of lions, modeled after the pair of Ming Dynasty carved stone lion...

Category

Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Vintage Patinated Metal Foo Lion Sculptures
Pair Vintage Patinated Metal Foo Lion Sculptures

Pair Vintage Patinated Metal Foo Lion Sculptures

Located in New York, NY

Vintage patinated metal figures of seated foo lions, each in excellent condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Metalwork

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog Lion Mounts
A Pair of Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog Lion Mounts

A Pair of Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog Lion Mounts

Located in London, GB

A Pair of C20th Decorative Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog/Lion Mounts. Nicely carved having contrasting red lacquer ears.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions

Located in Guaynabo, PR

They are hand painted green, yellow, and brown color. In Chinese culture foo dogs are lions that represent the yin (female) and yang (male).

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 18cm
Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 18cm

Pair of Blue Glazed Foo Dog Temple Lion Figurines 18cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

A beautiful pair of foo dogs, temple lions, vintage figurines made of turquoise and light blue glazed crackle ceramic, China, unmarked, circa mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs
Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs

Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A pair of large bronze Thai temple guardian foo lion dogs These are a very impressive pair of Singha, guardians of the Buddhist temple in Thailand, the dogs are made in bronze and...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Thai Medieval Animal Sculptures

Pair of Large Lively Buddha’s Lions / Foo Dogs Ceramic Sculptures
Pair of Large Lively Buddha’s Lions / Foo Dogs Ceramic Sculptures

Pair of Large Lively Buddha’s Lions / Foo Dogs Ceramic Sculptures

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a pair of shiny colorful hand painted ceramic heavy Foo Dogs sculptures. One of them has a ball (male) and the other (female) shares the ball with a puppy foo dog. They have...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures
Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures

Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures

By Gold China

Located in Madrid, ES

Foo lions Pair of monumental blued bronze Khmer-style guardian sculptures, 20th century.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Large Scale Carved Stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Pair of Large Scale Carved Stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Pair of Large Scale Carved Stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Located in Dallas, TX

a pair of large scale, well carved stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions, these are carved out of stone and are traditional Chinese architectural ornaments, China, circa 1920

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of contemporary Chinese black marble left and right facing foo dogs guardian lions on rectangular bases. Created in China during the 21st century, this pair of black marble gu...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Pair of Japanese Imari Foo Lions Warrior Crackle Ware Vases, Signed
Pair of Japanese Imari Foo Lions Warrior Crackle Ware Vases, Signed

Pair of Japanese Imari Foo Lions Warrior Crackle Ware Vases, Signed

Located in Miami, FL

Very decorative pair of Japanese crackle ware poly chrome warrior motif vases with high relief foo lions. Each piece is signed on the underside and have slight variances.

Category

20th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s
Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s

Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s

Located in Bastogne, BE

These turquoise Foo Dogs, or Chinese guardian lions, are fun accents for any coffee table or bookcase.

Category

Vintage 1970s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

A Large Pair Of Gilt-lacquered Bronze Figures Of Foo Lions, 19th Century
A Large Pair Of Gilt-lacquered Bronze Figures Of Foo Lions, 19th Century

A Large Pair Of Gilt-lacquered Bronze Figures Of Foo Lions, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

impressive large pair of gilt-lacquered bronze figures of the buddhist foo lions ,the large head with open jaws, large eyes and curly eyebrows, framed by a tightly curled mane, the m...

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Sculptures

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo or Lion Dogs Good Detail, Circa 1920s
Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo or Lion Dogs Good Detail, Circa 1920s

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo or Lion Dogs Good Detail, Circa 1920s

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very good pair of antique Chinese foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions, made of bronze, with good detail, dating to the early 20th century, circa 192...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on
Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely made and beautifully enameled pair. Symbolism: Fu dog, Foo dog or Lion dog, or Chinese temple lions. Foo (Fu) means prosperity and good fortune in Chinese.

Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Stunning Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Chinese Lion Foo Dog Guardians Table Lamps
Stunning Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Chinese Lion Foo Dog Guardians Table Lamps

Stunning Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Chinese Lion Foo Dog Guardians Table Lamps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of vintage Mid-century Modern Ceramic Chinese Lion Foo dog guardian table lamps A very decorative and rare vintage pair of tab...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions
Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions

Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A large pair of unique and very decorative 20th century ceramic Imperial Guardian Lions, commonly known as Foo Dogs. Decorated in the Majolica style bright green and yellow toned ove...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Paint

Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions
Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions

Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions

Located in San Diego, CA

Impressive pair of large patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor, circa 1930s.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Massive Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Dogs Lions on Wood Stands
Massive Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Dogs Lions on Wood Stands

Massive Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Dogs Lions on Wood Stands

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A massive pair of Chinese cloisonne enamel foo dogs / lions on wood stands, circa 1940.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Porcelain Chinese Buddhist Temple Lions or Foo Dogs, circa 1900
Pair of Porcelain Chinese Buddhist Temple Lions or Foo Dogs, circa 1900

Pair of Porcelain Chinese Buddhist Temple Lions or Foo Dogs, circa 1900

Located in Central England, GB

This highly decorative pair of porcelain figures are beautifully modelled with very good detail and depict a pair of Chinese temple Buddhist lions in the classical pose each sitting ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs These oversized Italian Majolica foo dogs showcase grotesque yet loveably cute features from their twi...

Category

20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Qing Dynasty Carved and Gilded Chinese Foo Dog and Lion Statues
Pair of Qing Dynasty Carved and Gilded Chinese Foo Dog and Lion Statues

Pair of Qing Dynasty Carved and Gilded Chinese Foo Dog and Lion Statues

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

While often called foo dogs in the west, they are traditionally known in Chinese as Shi (Lion), and as such are a common representation of the lion in imperial China, serving as guar...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina
Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina

Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of vintage Chinese stone Foo Dogs guardian lions from the mid-20th century, with sandstone patina, on rectangular bases.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs
Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs

Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Typically made of stone, they are also known as stone lions or shishi. They are informally known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs.

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

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

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

Located in London, GB

Typically made of stone, they are also known as stone lions or shishi (石獅; shíshī). They are known in colloquial English as lion dogs or foo dogs / fu dogs.

Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dogs or Guardian Lion Statues, Qing
Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dogs or Guardian Lion Statues, Qing

Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dogs or Guardian Lion Statues, Qing

Located in Bristol, GB

Antique wood carving figures depicting Shishu. Exquisitely carved by a skilled hand with beautiful attention to detail throughout. Depicting one male and one female guardian lion. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China
Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China

Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

A charming near pair of Chinese green glazed foo lion joss stick holders, late 19th century, China.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stoneware

Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs
Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs

Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs

Located in DEVENTER, NL

These lavastone sculptures, originating from Indonesia in the middle of the 20th century, are both impressive and distinctive. Each sculpture stands tall at 77 cm, with dimensions of...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lava

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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