Monumental Foo Dogs
Vintage Boho Monumental Cast Concrete Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These monumental Foo Dogs are perfect for flanking entryways, gates, or garden paths, bringing an
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Asian Hand Carved Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-inspired flair to your home, these monumental Foo Dogs are sure to infuse your space with an aura of
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
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
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Statues
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Boho Monumental Carved Stone Foo Dogs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
of vintage carved stone Foo Dogs. Traditionally known as guardian lions, these impressive sculptures
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Monumental Carved Pair of Marble Foo Dogs from China
Located in Stamford, CT
Great pair of monumental carved marble foo dogs from China. Each statue measures 63 x 26 x 37 and
Category
20th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Marble
$30,400 Sale Price / set
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H 63 in W 26 in D 37 in
Pair of Chinese Carved Foo Dogs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Asian Chinese style (19/20th Cent) carved and painted monumental seated foo dogs with
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cupboards
Materials
Glass
Vintage Boho Painted Wood Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold statement with this pair of vintage boho monumental painted wood Foo Dogs. These
Category
Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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Monumental Pair of Ceramic Foo Dogs
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of white ceramic Foo Dogs with a lot of texturing and intricate design work. Black painted
Category
20th Century Chinese Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Monumental Carved Wood Painted Foo Dogs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chinese monumental carved wood painted Foo dogs. Beautiful worn painted finish in soft hues
Category
20th Century Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Monumental Pair of Carved Wood Painted Foo Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very large pair of Chinese carved wood foo dogs. Beautiful patina of worn painted finish.
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Monumental Asian Carved Wood Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
stunning pair of vintage Asian carved wood Foo Dogs. These magnificent guardians feature an intricately
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Statues
Materials
Wood
Monumental in Scale Fabulous Green Terracotta Foo Dogs on Stands
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Spectacular pair of terra cotta glazed crouching foo dogs on rosewood stands.
Category
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Monumental Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs With Green Orbs and Floral A
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A dynamic and bold pair of Mid-20th Century glazed ceramic Foo Dogs (or guardian lions), crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Garden Ornaments
Materials
Ceramic
H 16 in W 7 in D 15 in
Monumental Pair of Tony Duquette Bronze Thai Foo Dog Inlaid With Mica
By Tony Duquette
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely incredible pair of antique bronze foo dogs of monumental size. Each sculpture is cast
Category
20th Century Thai Hollywood Regency Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
A Pair of Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A pair of monumental blanc de chine Foo Dogs on custom bases French mounted as lamps with original
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
2 Rare Antique Chinese Marble Foo Dog Guardian Lion Fu Temple Garden Statues
Located in Dayton, OH
Two monumental antique Chines Chinese foo dogs, circa last quarter 19th century. Made of white
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
H 44 in W 26 in D 17.5 in
Monumental Pair of Glazed White Foo Dogs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Large and impressive pair of foo dogs in white glaze, early 20th century. Excellent vintage
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Chinese Monumental Foo Dogs
By Yuhua Ceramic Company
Located in Sarasota, FL
This very special pair of monumental Foo Dogs come from Shi Wan Kiln, in Guangzhou, China made by
Category
Vintage 1930s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Monumental Foo Dogs on Stands
Located in Sarasota, FL
The pair of turquoise glazed monumental foo dogs on separate stands are well done month open
Category
Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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Bien Hoa Vietnamese Ceramic Vase, polychrome glazed and incised with images of mythical creatures amongst clouds and waves comprising a qilin, dragon, turtle, and phoenix, marked to ...
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Samuraï Maeda Armor
Located in Paris, FR
Armor Samuraï Maeda, ceremonial armor
with handcrafted helmet and protects.
Made with original japanese fabrics only use for
samuraï armor confection, with solid brass and
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19th Century Japanese Silk Painting by Kano Chikanobu, Phoenix & Paulownia
Located in Kyoto, JP
Birds & Flowers of the seasons
Pheasants & Plum in Snow
Unframed painting. Ink, pigment and gofun on silk
Kano Chikanobu 1819-1888
Signature: Chikanobu
Seal: Shateki
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$4,500
H 46 in W 19.5 in D 0.01 in
Vintage Hand Made Chess Table
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Vintage hand made chess table. Original coffee table turned into chess table.
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Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor
Located in New Orleans, LA
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Pair of "Leaf" Sconces in Murano Glass by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Pair of "Leaf" wall sconces in sculpted Murano glass and brass structure.
One light bulb.
Creation by Studio Glustin.
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Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs
Located in Dublin, IE
A rare and important pair of early 20th century Chinese Export polychrome ceramic foo dogs. Both in traditional dress and modelled with open mouths and seated, one with a paw resting...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$15,012 / set
H 43 in W 19.25 in D 23.75 in
Large Italian Bookcase in Walnut, Cherry, and Grasscloth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Library, walnut, cherry, grasscloth, Italy, 1950s
This delightful bookcase reflects the design principles of the Mid-Century era that rose to prominence in the 1950s and 1960s. The ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
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Early 20th Century Antique Tibetan Silver Turquoise Ghau Prayer Box
Located in Pomona, CA
Ghau is a small prayer box worn as pendant by Buddhists as portable shrines which can be pray by prayer during their travel. This Ghau prayer box (travel Buddha shrine) made from Tib...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
$275 Sale Price
30% Off
H 5 in W 4 in D 2 in
Pair of Mid-Century Vintage Turquoise Blue Foo Dog Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of mid-century vintage turquoise blue foo dog sculptures, circa 1970s. These symbolic guardians have a beautiful blue turquoise ceramic hue and measure 7" W x 2" D x 8.25" H. #1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$200 Sale Price / set
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H 8.25 in W 7 in D 2 in
Vintage Asian Brass Clad Wood Storage Tables, a Pair
Located in Harlingen, TX
An interesting and finely crafted pair of mid 20th century Indo Asian brass clad side or end tables. Constructed of lacquered wood (likely mahogany and teak) and finished on all side...
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Japanese Huge Antique Stone Pagoda Lantern 180 Inches- Exceptional Garden Art
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just discovered from an old Kyoto garden- impressive garden Sculpture, 15 Feet Tall
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$76,000 Sale Price
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H 180 in W 35 in D 35 in
Original Antique Print of The Sphinx of Giza, Egypt. C.1810
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image of The Sphinx of Giza
Fine copper-plate engraving
Published C.1810
Unframed.
Free shipping
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Lladró Protective Dragon Sculpture, Gold, Special Edition, Limited Edition
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Limited edition High Porcelain sculpture of a dragon, the symbol of power and good fortune in Asian cultures, in a special version to commemorate Lladró’s 70th anniversary. A represe...
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$15,200
H 24.409 in W 16.535 in D 14.173 in
19th Century Bronze Temple Bell
Located in Tarrytown, NY
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Bronze
Ancient Indian Red Sandstone Carving Of An Apsaras
Located in Bridgeport, CT
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Monumental Foo Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of monumental foo dogs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique monumental foo dogs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, bronze and metal. Monumental foo dogs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century.
How Much are Monumental Foo Dogs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $6,627, while they’re typically $2,450 on the low end and $25,000 highest priced.
Questions About Monumental Foo Dogs
- What is the meaning of foo dogs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What 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.
- Is a foo dog a lion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- What are foo dogs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditional 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, 2022Chinese 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.
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