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Foo Dogs Carpet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Asian textile with foo dogs in 100% wool. This would be great in any room decor
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1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Wool

Retro Foo Dogs Carpet
Foo Dogs Carpet
W 61.5 in L 31.5 in
Male Foo Dogs Holding the Earth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful male foo dogs holding and protecting the earth. Very rare find and interesting take on
Category

1950s Chinese Other Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Terracotta

Retro Male Foo Dogs Holding the Earth
Male Foo Dogs Holding the Earth
H 12 in W 18 in D 4 in
Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of hand painted ceramic foo dogs made in Japan in the late 20th century. Retain original
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Retro Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century
Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century
H 10.13 in W 9 in D 7.13 in
Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Asian Bronze and Inlaid Glass Foo Dogs or Kylin Dragon, probably Chinese, circa 1950s or
Category

1950s Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Retro Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
H 17 in W 14 in D 6 in
Pair of Midcentury Japanese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, red lacquered wood carved foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 1950s Carved Soapstone Foo Dogs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s carved soapstone Foo dogs each one uniquely different.
Category

1950s Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Soapstone

Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Two Chinese wood Foo Dogs Incense holder burners. Featuring a pair of highly detailed lion foo
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs or Kylin Dragon, probably Chinese, circa 1950s or earlier. They
Category

1950s Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Retro Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs
Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs
H 23 in W 12.5 in D 12 in
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, rosewood carved foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and patina
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Mid 20th Century Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of mid 20th century glazed terracotta foo dogs with a great colors. This is a good looking
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Jade Foo Dogs, Set of Two
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Chinese Jade Foo Dogs. The jade, or stone resembling its pale green hue, beutifully exhibits
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Jade

Chinese Jade Foo Dogs, Set of Two
Chinese Jade Foo Dogs, Set of Two
H 4.93 in W 2.37 in D 3.08 in
Pair vintage Teal Foo Dogs Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage teal green blue foo dogs. No chips or breaks.
Category

1970s Chinoiserie Retro Foo Dogs

Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Foo Dogs / Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of Chinese, white, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Excellent condition and patina
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Four Porcelain White & Gold Foo Dogs
By Cerámicas BONDIA
Located in South Salem, NY
Regency style. Ornate ceramic sculptures with detailed faces, mouths, bodies, and paws. All four Foo Dogs
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Japonisme Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. The pair are in good vintage condition with
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a nice pair of bronze Foo Dogs with a male and female with baby. They would look great in a
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Midcentury Stoneware Foo Dogs / Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage tan, cream and blue foo dogs, circa 1970s. Excellent condition and
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Pottery

Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The
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1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Small Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous pair of small Asian ceramic turquoise foo dogs with both male and female figures. The
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1950s Chinoiserie Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Foo Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of blue and white Foo Dogs. No chips or breaks.
Category

1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

1960's Pair Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1960's Vintage Mid Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. Highly decorative.
Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Asian foo dogs. A chic glazed ceramic in bright clear colors. Two
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Asian Hand Carved Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A striking pair of vintage Asian Foo dogs. A beautiful hand carved pair with incredible attention
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs
By Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly beautiful pair of 1970s vintage bronze foo dogs by Neiman Marcus Japan. Guardian lions
Category

1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of small patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. Excellent vintage condition with
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency Foo dogs. A chic glazed ceramic in a brilliant Emerald green
Category

Late 20th Century American Regency Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Chinese Porcelain Dehua Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs
By He Chaozong
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs. Exceptional quality. Mid 20th century. Possibly early 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Pair of Enormous Bronze Foo Dogs with Inlays
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The impressively scaled foo dogs are a proper pair - one posed left , the other right. Both are
Category

1960s Thai Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Quartz, Stone, Bronze

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Stunning pair of glazed ceramic foo dogs. A chic deep green color with flashes of deep blue. Lots
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 18th/19th Century Solid Teak Foo Dogs, Opposing, Statuary
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 19th century / 1930s solid teak foo dogs, statuary. A pair of finely carved from one
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Cast Stone Foo Dogs Inn White Finish, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of heavy weight cast stone foo dogs freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your
Category

1960s Other Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Great detail and a
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Great detail and a
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Small Blue Glass Foo Dogs on a Base, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of blue gemstones Foo Dogs on a long pedestal base. Great addition to your classic
Category

1950s Chinese Other Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Concrete Statue Guardians Lions Stone Garden
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Chinese foo dogs concrete statue guardians lions stone garden 32" These stone foo dogs
Category

Late 20th Century Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Concrete

Pair of Decorative Turquoise Blue Foo Dogs Sculptures, Ceramic Statue
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A very nice pair of vintage, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1980s. Excellent condition and
Category

1980s Chinese Hollywood Regency Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Massive Pair of Ebonized Pottery Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, massive pair of ebonized pottery Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. This unusual pair are
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs from China, circa 1950s. Great detail
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Mid 20th Century White Porcelain Foo Dogs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Foo Dogs in porcelain depicting mythical lion-like animals that are protectors, "guardian
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

One Pair of Monumental Carved Wood Foo Dogs Mounted as Lamps
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair monumental carved wood foo dogs mounted as lamps. Lovely old color and patination. Note
Category

Mid-20th Century English Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Late 20th Century Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Asian foo dogs. Chic white glazed ceramic finish and a playful pose
Category

Late 20th Century American Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Gilt Tipped Lidded Porcelain Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A striking pair of vintage lidded Asian Foo dogs. A chic hand painted porcelaine with gilt tipping
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Classic Glazed Terra Cotta Foo Dogs on a Base, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of glazed terra cotta male and female Foo Dogs standing on a base. Great addition to
Category

1950s Chinese Other Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Decorative Chinese Turquoise Blue Medium Foo Dogs Sculptures, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A very nice pair of vintage, medium size, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Excellent
Category

1960s Chinese Hollywood Regency Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs with Verdigris Finish
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs with a verdigris finish, circa 1980s. The pair are in
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Pair 1960's Vintage Chinese Hand Carved Stone Sculptures of Foo Dogs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Stunning 1960's Asian Carved Stone Foo Dogs. The detail on these stone sculptures is amazing!
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Stone

Pair of Vintage Chinese Hand Carved Hard Wood Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage Chinese hand carved hard wood foo dogs or bookends which I believe are
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Two Decorative Turquoise Blue Ceramic Foo Dogs Sculptures
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A very nice pair of vintage, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1980s. Excellent condition and
Category

1980s Chinese Hollywood Regency Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Vietnamese Ceramic Foo Dogs Tables / Plant Stands
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Vietnamese ceramic vintage Foo Dogs tables / garden plant stands. Excellent condition and
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Gold Finish on Resin Foo Dogs or Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mid-century style foo dogs or bookends made in China, circa the 1980s. Great detail
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Resin

PAIR of Large Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Metal with good detail, Circa 1920s
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good Large pair of Chinese foo or lion dogs on plinth's, sometimes called temple
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large Vintage Chinese Hand Carved Gold Giltwood Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful pair of large vintage Chinese hand carved wood foo dogs painted a deep red with a heavy
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Wood

Mid-20th Century Pair of Chinese Carved Green Hardstone Foo Dogs / Lions
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Bi-color green hardstone carved to represent a pair of traditional Chinese foo dogs and lions. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Other

Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs Believed to be Chinese circa 1960s or Earlier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs, believed to be Chinese, circa 1960s or earlier.
Category

1960s Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Incense Censer Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic pair of mid-century Chinese ceramic polychrome incense censer foo dogs, circa 1970s
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
known as Foo Dogs. Decorated in the Majolica style bright green and yellow toned overglaze polychrome
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Paint

1970s Asian Chinese Export Fierce Facing Drip Glaze Pottery Foo Dogs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are a personal favorite! This is a killer pair of 1970s large scale Chinese Export style foo
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Pair of Large Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs
Located in Norton, MA
Fine and very detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs from the mid-20th century. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Large 20th-C. Chinese Export Style Blue & White Ginger Jars W/ Foo Dogs - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century Chinese Export style pair of blue and white ginger jars with foo dogs
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Pottery

Large Pair of Bronze Lionized Shih Tzus Foo Dogs 20th Century Asian Sculptures
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large and impressive pair of bronze lionized Shih Tzus - also known as Fu (Foo) dogs. The pair
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Retro Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

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Retro Foo Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of retro foo dogs available for sale. The range of distinct retro foo dogs — often made from ceramic, wood and metal — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of retro foo dogs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Retro foo dogs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Folk Art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made retro foo dogs over the years, but those made by Alexander Backer, Artistica Le Porcellane and Neiman Marcus are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Retro Foo Dogs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,250, while they’re typically $155 on the low end and $18,500 highest priced.
Questions About Retro Foo Dogs
  • 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
    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
    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.