Temple Lions

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.

On top of the pillars are carved temple lions (fo-dogs), which typically sit outside a temple as guardians.

Circa 20th century pair of large cream ground blue decorated temple jars in pottery with lids. Each jar features Buddhist style lion finials.

Representing protection, power, and prosperity, these majestic lions were traditionally placed at entrances to ward off evil and safeguard the home or temple.

Although the concept originated in India, the lions are far more conspicuous in Cambodian temples.

Chinese jade archaic style "Temple lion" sculpture. Jade, probably 18th Century. 5 x 20 cm.

Also called guardian temple lions this size statuary is stately with finely detailed handcrafted carvings.

These temple lions mirror each other and are hand-painted.

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

Large Carved Wooden Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog This fierce looking beast dates from the 19th Century, he is carved in wood and was originally painted Much of the paint has faded ...

Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Temple Lions This is a very unusual old piece, the pot is round and set on 3 paw feet and is made in brass with a hand beaten decoration, there is a Foo...

Pair of large, majestic temple lions originating from a Buddha temple in Siam (modern-day Thailand).

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.

Pair of Chinese carved stone guardian lions (foo dogs). Originates from Shanxi Province, 18th century. The pair are in original condition and in very good vintage condition (with t...

Pair of bronze cast Foo Dogs on a marble pedestal. The pair will guard your entryway or any space in your home. Guardian lions, also known as komainu, shishi, or foo dogs, are intim...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare pair of white marble 18th century Imperial Temple Lion Guardians or Foo dogs A truly exquisite pair, the patina is a...

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 ...

Japan an early pair of temple mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs also known as Komainu hand-carved in sandstone. Dimensions: 37 inches high and 27 inches wide and 12 inches deep Age...

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...

Pair of white marble carved stone fu dogs / Chinese guardian lion figurines or bookends. Dimensions: 4" x 3.25" x 6.75" (WIdth x Depth x Height)

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...

Symbolism: Fu dog, Foo dog or Lion dog, or Chinese temple lions. Foo (Fu) means prosperity and good fortune in Chinese.

Manjushri "Blanc de Chine" porcelain figure sitting on a temple lion produced in Dehua Fujian.

Pair of Chinese Export green and yellow glazed foo dogs / temple lion guardian figures, decorated in the Kangxi Qing dynasty taste with Sancai colors, modeled standing attentively.

Overall an impressive and very decorative Large PAIR of foo dogs or temple lions with fine detail.

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...

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Tsavorite Garnet Terrae Lion Pendant by Temple St Clair. This piece comes with a pouch.

We were fortunate and excited to find this Art Deco period pair (2) matching hand-carved, hand lacquered red and gilt embellished temple wooden benches. The white elephant bench an...

This exquisite Temple St. Clair bracelet features a captivating design with white diamonds set in 18k yellow gold.

This is a very good antique Chinese foo or lion dog sculpture, sometimes called a temple lions, made of bronze, with excellent detail, dating to the early 19th century, Qing period o...

Beautiful and rare vintage table lamp in the shape of a foo dog or temple lion, Chinoiserie style, by Lusterie Deknudt, Belgium 1970s.

These stood at the entrances to a Buddhist temple or a private palace as guardians. See below.

The pedestal features wonderfully whimsical lion faces and feet. Originally used as a temple incense box.

Wonderful Pair of Male and Female Burmese Temple Guardian Lions. Carved hardwood (most likely teak) and natural resin.

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...

Antique Chinese Foo Dog - Mythical Chinese Lion - Temple Dog Statue This adorable dog statue would look beautiful on your mantlepiece or in your bedroom.

Introducing the sculptures of old Japanese lions. This is a part of building materials such as shrines and temples.

Large Bronze Temple Water Bowl with Lion Dog Mask Ring Handles 1850 A superb piece, this Bronze bowl in authentic condition, it has not been taken back or polished.

An impressive and monumental Japanese Satsuma earthenware vase dating from the Meiji period (late 19th to early 20th century), elaborately hand-painted with gilt and enamel decoratio...

Known as Chinese guardian lions, imperial guardian lions, stone lions, shishi, lion dogs or foo / fu dogs.

Chinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament.

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The use of the guardian lions date back to the 11th century and would flank the main approaches to the Khmer temples.

Pair of Late 20th Century Chinese blue and white temple jars with lion figure mounted on top of lids, Late 20th Century, Qing style.

It consists out of 4 brass chinese temple gard lion sculptures each mounted on a double column.

A large and powerful metallic thread embroidered temple hanging of a Buddhistic lion, shishi, stalking by a rushing stream, late Edo period, early 19th century.

In Chinese tradition foo dogs (lion dogs) were the guardians of the temple or home.

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels Japanese fine pair old Meiji period hand carved stone Komainu Lion-dog temple guardians. Fine condition with original patina just...

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels Japanese fine antique pair old Meiji period hand carved stone Komainu Lion-dog temple guardians. Fine condition with original patina j...

The dome topped lid decorated with a Komainu finial (Japanese lion-dog temple guardian). The ovoid shaped vase and cover are both finely hand decorated in underglaze blue and heighte...

Hallmarked in London in 1916 by Morris Salkind, this fine George V, Antique, sterling silver breast plate, features decoration depiction the tablets with the engraved Ten Commandment...

These highly detailed sculptures feature a rich mottled glaze in shades of gray, brown, and cream with contrasting green, pink, and ivory accents. • Striking examples of temple guard...

Depicting the scene of Tisha B’Av, Acid etched, hammered, and engraved frame, on top with two lions holding the Temple Menorah and the bottom engraved "Tisha B'Av" in Hebrew and the ...

A finely modeled Chinese porcelain figure of the Chinese God of Longevity, Shouxing, Republic Period, early 20th century, China. The God of Longevity, called Shouxing or Shoulao, sta...

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...

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period carved stone foo dog guardian lion from the 19th century, on square base. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this stone sculpture features a guar...

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...

Marvel at the exquisite artistry of this carved wood Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) ancestor figure—a captivating depiction of a seated man adorned in the distinguished attire o...

A stunning pair of excellent quality bronze Pixiu wealth dragon mythical creatures with visually striking scattered verdigris bluish green patina! Well known in Chinese culture and...

This is a pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani porcelain Foo Dogs. They are hand painted white and adorned with gilt and silver suns, flowers and scrolls. Both of them are playing with a ...

A very imposing 19th Century Black lacquer Chinoiserie corner cabinet. Having classical hand painted scenes of warriors on horse back, lake side building and trees. The four doors op...

This pair of magnificent Chinese antique Porcelain lions/foo dogs statuary are hand made and hand carved porcelain. According to historical books, lions were introduced into Mainland...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely, vintage hand carved Chinese Foo Lion Dog statue with original paint and patina This is a very ...

Foo Dogs, or Guardian Lions, are a Chinese symbol of protection, often placed at entrances to ward off evil spirits and attract luck and wealth. This antique wooden pair, with gilt d...

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...