What is the meaning of foo dogs?

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.

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.

What are foo dogs made of?

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.

What do Chinese foo dogs represent?

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.

Soapstone Foo Dog

Soapstone Chinese Furniture

Vintage Chinese Carved Soapstone Foo Dog Figural Incense Burner Sculpture

$450

Vintage Chinese Carved Soapstone Foo Dog Figural Incense Burner Sculpture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinese Carved Soapstone Foo Dog Figural Incense Burner Sculpture.

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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Abstract Sculptures

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Soapstone

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

$300

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a lovely 20C Chinese soapstone foo dog carving. Made in China in the early 20th century circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

8" Soapstone Foo Dog Sculpture

$390

8" Soapstone Foo Dog Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, TX

This sculpture is carved from soapstone. It depicts a Foo Dog mounted on a soapstone base.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Black Soapstone Sculpture "Foo Dog" China 20th Century

$1,033

Black Soapstone Sculpture "Foo Dog" China 20th Century

Located in Prato, IT

China, sec. XX In black soapstone. Traces of red painting. Size: cm 24 x 7 x 18.

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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Antique Carved Chinese Soapstone Figure Of Man With Foo Dog

$650

Antique Carved Chinese Soapstone Figure Of Man With Foo Dog

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th century carved Chinese soapstone figure. Features a smiling figure with a foo dog on his shoulder and a gourd in his other hand, all in brown color.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

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Chinese Figural Carved Soapstone Covered Censer with Foo Dog and Elephants

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H 7.5 in W 7 in D 4 in

Chinese Figural Carved Soapstone Covered Censer with Foo Dog and Elephants

Located in Big Flats, NY

Asian figural censer features cave soapstone construction having lid with foo dog finial and double elephant handled bowl raised on elephant legs, seated on carved hardwood display S...

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20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

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Soapstone

Antique Chinese Carved Soapstone Deity and Foo Dog, Gemstone Fan Co. NY

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H 7.5 in W 3.5 in D 2.25 in

Antique Chinese Carved Soapstone Deity and Foo Dog, Gemstone Fan Co. NY

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Chinese carved soapstone depicts deity figure (Buddha) and foo dog, floral motif incised on base; exceptional carving, finish and patina; Gemstone Fan Co.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

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Soapstone

Oriental Green Soapstone Foo Dog

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H 7 in W 7 in D 2.5 in

Oriental Green Soapstone Foo Dog

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Oriental green jade color cast soapstone foo dog. Nice decorative object fu dog sculpture cast soapstone.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Pair of Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Soapstone Seals.

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H 7.25 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in

Pair of Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Soapstone Seals.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Pair of Large Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Soapstone Seals. Large and rare pair of hand carved soapstone Foo Dog seals.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Soapstone

Chinese Soapstone Carving Foo Dog Sculpture 19th Century Qing

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H 3.55 in W 3.15 in D 7.88 in

Chinese Soapstone Carving Foo Dog Sculpture 19th Century Qing

Located in Nottingham, GB

A finely carved Chinese soapstone carving sculpture Chinese Carved Soapstone Sculpture 19th Century Qing 1820 to 1880 China, Qing Dynasty. Very good condition. From a private collec...

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Antique Late 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

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Soapstone Foo Dog For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic soapstone foo dog available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of stone, soapstone and jade, every soapstone foo dog was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the soapstone foo dog you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century.

How Much is a Soapstone Foo Dog?

Prices for a soapstone foo dog start at $230 and top out at $1,450 with the average selling for $391.

Questions About Soapstone Foo Dog

What is the meaning of foo dogs?
1 Answer
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.
Is a foo dog a lion?
1 Answer
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.
What are foo dogs made of?
1 Answer
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.
What do Chinese foo dogs represent?
1 Answer
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.