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Threshold Guardian

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1850
Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1850

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

to be a fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. Two sinuous dragons wind their way along

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Copper

Tibetan Wooden Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900
Tibetan Wooden Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

Tibetan Wooden Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

be a fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. Lining the sides are the Eight Auspicious

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Round Tibetan Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1900
Round Tibetan Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Round Tibetan Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

to be a fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. wo sinuous dragons wind their way along

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Copper

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900
Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

$780

H 6.25 in W 4.25 in D 2.5 in

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

to be a fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. Lining the sides are the Eight Auspicious

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Copper

The Imperial Flame: A Mid-Century Five-Claw Dragon Tibetan Masterpiece of Power
The Imperial Flame: A Mid-Century Five-Claw Dragon Tibetan Masterpiece of Power

The Imperial Flame: A Mid-Century Five-Claw Dragon Tibetan Masterpiece of Power

Located in Dallas, TX

, evoking the grandeur of palace thresholds or the flanking guardians of a sacred space. In Chinese and

Category

Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

A Sacred Vigil: Late 19th Century Persian Senneh Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance
A Sacred Vigil: Late 19th Century Persian Senneh Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

A Sacred Vigil: Late 19th Century Persian Senneh Masterpiece of Tribal Elegance

Located in Dallas, TX

, the rooster is never ornamental alone; it stands as a guardian of thresholds, a herald of dawn, and an

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900
Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. The remaining eight motifs are each of the ribbon-clad

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Copper

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900
Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. The remaining eight motifs are each of the ribbon-clad

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Copper, Brass

1920's Antique Southwestern-Style Kilim Rug Early 20th Century
1920's Antique Southwestern-Style Kilim Rug Early 20th Century

1920's Antique Southwestern-Style Kilim Rug Early 20th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

borders ground the composition like guardian thresholds. Teec Nos Pos–inspired designs are known for their

Category

Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

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Round Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900
Round Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

Round Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

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H 5 in W 4.25 in D 2.5 in

Round Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

to be a fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. Lining the sides are the Eight Auspicious

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Copper

Tibetan Traveler's Table with Face of Glory, c. 1900
Tibetan Traveler's Table with Face of Glory, c. 1900

Tibetan Traveler's Table with Face of Glory, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. He holds two lotus blossoms in his mouth, a symbol of

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Furniture

Materials

Wood

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900
Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900

Tibetan Gau Traveling Shrine with Silk Case, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

fearsome guardian of thresholds and sacred spaces. The remaining eight motifs are each of the ribbon-clad

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Religious Items

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair Of Mythological Figures
Pair Of Mythological Figures

Pair Of Mythological Figures

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H 19 in W 32 in D 14 in

Pair Of Mythological Figures

Located in New York, NY

carved limestone threshold guardians portraying mythological over-sized felines being attacked by small

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Statues

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Threshold Guardian For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal threshold guardian for your home. A threshold guardian — often made from stone, limestone and metal — can elevate any home. Find 6 options for an antique or vintage threshold guardian now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the threshold guardian you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A threshold guardian is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made threshold guardian over the years, but those crafted by Les First, Pier Luigi Colli and Mobilifico Colli are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Threshold Guardian?

Prices for a threshold guardian start at $144 and top out at $45,000 with the average selling for $1,580.