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Turquoise Foo Lions

French Belle Époque Chinoiserie Foo Dog Candelabra Lamp, Turquoise Flambé
French Belle Époque Chinoiserie Foo Dog Candelabra Lamp, Turquoise Flambé

French Belle Époque Chinoiserie Foo Dog Candelabra Lamp, Turquoise Flambé

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Centered by a vividly glazed turquoise flambé foo dog (guardian lion), the composition reflects the late 19th-century European fascination with East Asian forms interpreted through a...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s
Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s

Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s

Located in Austin, TX

A striking pair of Vintage Chinese turquoise glazed porcelain foo dogs or guardian lions, circa 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Green Foo Lions
Large Green Foo Lions

Large Green Foo Lions

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H 18 in W 9 in D 6 in

Large Green Foo Lions

Located in Dallas, TX

a pair of large green Foo Lions, turquoise with dark blue, white, and yellow.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s
Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s

Vintage Ceramic Pair of Guardian Chinese Dragon, Foo Dog Lion, 1970s

Located in Bastogne, BE

These turquoise Foo Dogs, or Chinese guardian lions, are fun accents for any coffee table or bookcase.

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Vintage 1970s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Turquoise Blue Lion Foo Dogs
Turquoise Blue Lion Foo Dogs

Turquoise Blue Lion Foo Dogs

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H 4.25 in W 1.75 in D 1.13 in

Turquoise Blue Lion Foo Dogs

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful small pair of ceramic turquoise blue lion foo dogs. Measurement: 4.25" H Italian Murano bowl shown in images also available, please search 1stdibs ID#: LU1314219866992

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Early 2000s Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs / Lions
Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs / Lions

Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs / Lions

Located in Stockholm, SE

Fine and detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs. The hollow biscuit porcelain figures stand raised on a rectangular base and are looking sideways with open mouths and ton...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Large Couple Foo Dogs Temple Lions Turquoise Ceramic 25cm
Large Couple Foo Dogs Temple Lions Turquoise Ceramic 25cm

Large Couple Foo Dogs Temple Lions Turquoise Ceramic 25cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

Beautiful pair of foo dogs, temple lions, vintage figurines made of turquoise, light blue colored glazed ceramic, China, not marked, circa mid 20th century.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

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H 16.5 in W 21 in D 11 in

Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic pair of Chinese glazed turquoise porcelain foo dogs or foo lions. Male and female with the male being slightly larger.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Ming Foo Lion Roof Tile
Chinese Ming Foo Lion Roof Tile

Chinese Ming Foo Lion Roof Tile

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H 17.5 in W 18.5 in D 10.5 in

Chinese Ming Foo Lion Roof Tile

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Wonderfully expressive foo dog, female with paw on pup, very detailed with applied flowers, bushy tail, big ears and fur.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Architectural Elements

Materials

Turquoise

Pair of Turquoise Foo Dogs
Pair of Turquoise Foo Dogs

Pair of Turquoise Foo Dogs

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H 7 in W 6 in D 4.25 in

Pair of Turquoise Foo Dogs

Located in Sarasota, FL

Pair of turquoise foo dogs / Lions glazed ceramic with yellow glaze, tongue out details with open mouth showing teeth.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Filigree Dragon or Foo Lion with Turquoise and Coral Cabochons
Filigree Dragon or Foo Lion with Turquoise and Coral Cabochons

Filigree Dragon or Foo Lion with Turquoise and Coral Cabochons

Located in Antwerp, BE

Early 20th century Tibetan filigree brass foo lion or dragon statue decorated overall with turquoise and coral cabochons.

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Early 20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Pair of Vintage Figures of Chinese Export Turquoise Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
Pair of Vintage Figures of Chinese Export Turquoise Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Pair of Vintage Figures of Chinese Export Turquoise Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs

Located in Richmond, London

Lovely pair of vintage Chinese guardian or imperial lions or, as more commonly known in the West, foo dogs. In Chinese they are simply called "Shi", which means "lion". Statues of g...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs
19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs

19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs

$85,000 / set

H 26 in W 27 in D 14.25 in

19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

An exceptional palatial quality pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonné Fu dogs featuring gold gilding over copper. Chinese cloisonné objects were intended primarily for the furnishi...

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Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Chinese Famille Rose Soup Tureen, c. 1870
Chinese Famille Rose Soup Tureen, c. 1870

Chinese Famille Rose Soup Tureen, c. 1870

Located in Chicago, IL

This late 19th century covered jar takes its rounded shape from serving tureens used to serve soups and stews. Contrasted by a crisp white field, the lid and sides are decorated with...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs
Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs

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...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A Diminutive Pair of Chinese Sancai Glazed Phoenix Birds, on Hardwood Stands
A Diminutive Pair of Chinese Sancai Glazed Phoenix Birds, on Hardwood Stands

A Diminutive Pair of Chinese Sancai Glazed Phoenix Birds, on Hardwood Stands

$956Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 7.5 in W 2.5 in D 2 in

A Diminutive Pair of Chinese Sancai Glazed Phoenix Birds, on Hardwood Stands

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Diminutive Pair of Chinese Sancai Glazed Phoenix Birds, on Hardwood Stands China, 20th Century A Diminutive pair of Chinese sancai glazed phoenix birds, well presented on carve...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain, Hardwood

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs

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 with each dog holding a coin medallion in its mouth and a beautiful color combinati...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Carved Jadeite Vase and Cover, Qing Dynasty, Ex. C.T. Loo
Chinese Carved Jadeite Vase and Cover, Qing Dynasty, Ex. C.T. Loo

Chinese Carved Jadeite Vase and Cover, Qing Dynasty, Ex. C.T. Loo

Located in Austin, TX

A stunning carved and pierced Chinese jade vase, Qing Dynasty, 19th century. The vase is carved with a design of birds, flowers and trees, each rife with meaning. The dense, heavy ja...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

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A Collection, Two Pair of Turquoise Chinese Export Foo Dogs
A Collection, Two Pair of Turquoise Chinese Export Foo Dogs

A Collection, Two Pair of Turquoise Chinese Export Foo Dogs

$716Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 8 in W 2.5 in D 1.75 in

A Collection, Two Pair of Turquoise Chinese Export Foo Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Collection of Two Pairs of Turquoise Chinese Export Foo Dogs China, 20th century  An instant collection of two pairs of Chinese export porcelain foo dogs, made in the 20th century...

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20th Century Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs
Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

$6,850 / set

H 19.75 in W 8.25 in D 19.25 in

Large Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Large pair of antique Chinese porcelain foo dogs. Stunning pair of antique Chinese hand decorated porcelain foo dogs or foo lions. This beautiful pair of Chinese foo dogs are execute...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Chinese Export Turquoise-Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs 13"
Pair of Vintage Chinese Export Turquoise-Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs 13"

Pair of Vintage Chinese Export Turquoise-Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs 13"

Located in Atlanta, GA

This finely modeled pair of porcelain guardian lions—commonly referred to as “Foo Dogs”—is rendered in a brilliant turquoise glaze, a hallmark of Chinese decorative ceramics popular ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century
Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century

Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A fantastic pair of large Chinese tileworks sancai glazed Buddhistic lions and attendants, late Ming Dynasty, first half of the 17th century, Shanxi, China. Presented on custom 20th ...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs
Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs

Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs

$1,450 / set

H 8 in W 8.25 in D 4.75 in

Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Chinese Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. This unusual pair of Chinese export glazed ceramic foo dogs are of cream and black color with illegible markings. Great pair!

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Small Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair
Ceramic Small Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Ceramic Small Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

$450 / set

H 4.75 in W 2 in D 1.25 in

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 carving details are amazing. Great addition to your chinoiserie collection.

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Vintage 1950s Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Foo Dogs, Glazed Terra Cotta, 1950s Multicolored
Vintage Chinese Foo Dogs, Glazed Terra Cotta, 1950s Multicolored

Vintage Chinese Foo Dogs, Glazed Terra Cotta, 1950s Multicolored

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of multicolored vintage glazed terra cotta Chinese foo dogs. These very imposing foo lions will look good in multiple settings inside or out.

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20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Standing Foo Dogs
Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Standing Foo Dogs

Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Standing Foo Dogs

$478 / set

H 3.55 in W 5.12 in D 2.17 in

Chinese Pair Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Standing Foo Dogs

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine and attractive pair of Chinese turquoise glazed dogs of foo figures dating from the first half of the 20th century. The stylish pair hollow biscuit porcelain figures are model...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair

$1,850 / set

H 14.5 in W 13 in D 7.5 in

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 expressions add to the charm. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair
Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

Small Ceramic Asian Turquoise Foo Dogs, a Pair

$450 / set

H 4.75 in W 2 in D 1.25 in

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 carving details are amazing. Great addition to your chinoiserie collection.

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Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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Turquoise Foo Lions For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of turquoise foo lions is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and enamel, all turquoise foo lions available were constructed with great care. Turquoise foo lions have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Art Deco turquoise foo lions are consistently popular styles.

How Much are Turquoise Foo Lions?

Turquoise foo lions can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,064, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $12,450.