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Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Midcentury Japanese Foo Dogs
Pair of Midcentury Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Midcentury Japanese Foo Dogs

$260Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 8 in W 4 in D 4.75 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

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

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Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

$260Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 6 in W 4 in D 2.5 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

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

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs
Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs

Vintage 1970s Neiman Marcus Japan Bronze Foo Dogs

$950 / set

H 9 in W 3.25 in D 2.25 in

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

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1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century
Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century

Foo Dogs, Late 20th Century

$750Sale Price / set|50% Off

H 10.13 in W 9 in D 7.13 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

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Late 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Ceramic

Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs Sculptures/Figurines
Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs Sculptures/Figurines

Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs Sculptures/Figurines

By Satsuma

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

This is a pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani porcelain Foo Dogs. They are hand painted white and

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1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Rare Kutani Japan Hand Painted Porcelain, 22 Carat Gold Foo Dogs MCM
Vintage Rare Kutani Japan Hand Painted Porcelain, 22 Carat Gold Foo Dogs MCM

Vintage Rare Kutani Japan Hand Painted Porcelain, 22 Carat Gold Foo Dogs MCM

Located in North Miami, FL

example of Japanese 2oth Century Arts and a lost art form. The foo dogs are ferocious shishi lions with

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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Gold

Vintage Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Foo Dogs
Vintage Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Foo Dogs

Vintage Pair of Chinoiserie Blue and White Foo Dogs

$2,400 / set

H 10.75 in W 9 in D 7 in

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.

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1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

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Large Japanese Foo Dogs
Large Japanese Foo Dogs

Large Japanese Foo Dogs

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H 17.25 in W 6 in D 4.5 in

Large Japanese Foo Dogs

Located in Winnetka, IL

This is a pair of yellow glazed vintage Japanese Foo dogs from the 1970s-1980s.

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1970s Japanese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

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H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 2 in

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of vintage, emerald green, ceramic foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and

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

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Japanese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Japanese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Japanese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

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H 9 in W 8.5 in D 6.75 in

Pair of Japanese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of Japanese glazed porcelain foo dogs. These beautiful Japanese foo dogs or foo lions are the

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1940s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Charcoal Gray Silk "Starburst & Foo-Dogs" Kimono
Japanese Charcoal Gray Silk "Starburst & Foo-Dogs" Kimono

Japanese Charcoal Gray Silk "Starburst & Foo-Dogs" Kimono

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully detailed lined silk kimono features "Starburst & Foo Dogs" on the

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1970s Japanese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Porcelain Japanese Blue Foo Dogs
Pair of Porcelain Japanese Blue Foo Dogs

Pair of Porcelain Japanese Blue Foo Dogs

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of handpainted blue Chinese porcelain Foo Dogs perched on a ball. The foo dogs are in the

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1960s Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Figural Meiji Revival Bronze Censor, Foo Dogs, Chickens, Peacock Signed
Japanese Figural Meiji Revival Bronze Censor, Foo Dogs, Chickens, Peacock Signed

Japanese Figural Meiji Revival Bronze Censor, Foo Dogs, Chickens, Peacock Signed

Located in Big Flats, NY

Japanese Meiji Revival figural cast bronze censor features animals including foo dog feet, chicken

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Bronze

Japanese Four Foo Dogs Shishi Koma-Inu, Two Pair Glazed Works of Art
Japanese Four Foo Dogs Shishi Koma-Inu, Two Pair Glazed Works of Art

Japanese Four Foo Dogs Shishi Koma-Inu, Two Pair Glazed Works of Art

Located in South Burlington, VT

; foo dogs—commonly referred to as shishi or koma-inu in Japan—are often seen guarding shrines

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of  Glaze Ceramic Foo Dogs Lamps
Pair of  Glaze Ceramic Foo Dogs Lamps

Pair of Glaze Ceramic Foo Dogs Lamps

Located in Bellport, NY

Charming Pair of very colorful ceramic foo dog lamps.

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20th Century Japanese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of vintage, aqua colored, ceramic foo dogs made in Japan. Excellent condition and

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

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Export Porcelain Foo Dogs
Japanese Export Porcelain Foo Dogs

Japanese Export Porcelain Foo Dogs

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H 7.5 in W 5.25 in D 7 in

Japanese Export Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in New York, NY

Pair of mid century hand decorated porcelain foo dogs featuring a cinnabar ground accented with

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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Foo Dogs Made in Japan Chinoiserie Vintage
Pair of Foo Dogs Made in Japan Chinoiserie Vintage

Pair of Foo Dogs Made in Japan Chinoiserie Vintage

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage pair of foo dogs. Made in Japan. No chips or breaks.

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1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs Sculptures/Figurines
Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs Sculptures/Figurines

Pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs Sculptures/Figurines

By Satsuma

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a pair of Japanese Satsuma Kutani porcelain Foo Dogs. They are hand painted white and

Category

20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Pair of Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Pair of Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Japanese Kutani porcelain Foo Dogs/Temple Lions. They are hand painted white and adorned

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1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Unique Pair of Decorative Mini Foo Dogs Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Mini Foo Dogs Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Mini Foo Dogs Sculptures

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of vintage, mini, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition

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20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Unique Pair of Decorative Mini Foo Dogs Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Mini Foo Dogs Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Mini Foo Dogs Sculptures

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of vintage, mini, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1970s. Excellent

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20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Rare Decorative Porcelain Foo Dogs Table Lamps
Pair of Rare Decorative Porcelain Foo Dogs Table Lamps

Pair of Rare Decorative Porcelain Foo Dogs Table Lamps

Located in San Diego, CA

Majestic pair of white porcelain Foo dogs lamps, freshly rewired with double sockets lampshades are

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20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Tall Midcentury Yellow Foo Dogs or Lion Sculptures
Pair of Tall Midcentury Yellow Foo Dogs or Lion Sculptures

Pair of Tall Midcentury Yellow Foo Dogs or Lion Sculptures

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful pair of relatively tall Midcentury yellow ceramic foo dog or lion sculpture decorative

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dog Book Ends
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dog Book Ends

Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Foo Dog Book Ends

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of vintage, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs from Japan. Excellent condition and

Category

20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Turquoise Japanese Foo Dogs
Vintage Turquoise Japanese Foo Dogs

Vintage Turquoise Japanese Foo Dogs

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H 7.5 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Turquoise Japanese Foo Dogs

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Lovely set of small food dogs in a ravishing turquoise color.

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1970s Japanese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Ceramic

Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek
Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek

Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek

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H 5.75 in W 5.88 in L 5.75 in

Celadon Foo Dogs, Andrea by Sadek

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering this beautiful pair of Andrea by Sadek Celadon foo dogs. Gorgeous light turquoise color

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Celadon

1960s Blue and Green Polychrome Foo Dogs, Pair
1960s Blue and Green Polychrome Foo Dogs, Pair

1960s Blue and Green Polychrome Foo Dogs, Pair

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is a gorgeous pair of 1960s polychrome blue and green foo dogs. Marked: Japan. Fairly heavy.

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20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Located in Houston, TX

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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Hand Carved Green Stone Small Chinese Foo-Dogs Sculptures/Figurines
Hand Carved Green Stone Small Chinese Foo-Dogs Sculptures/Figurines

Hand Carved Green Stone Small Chinese Foo-Dogs Sculptures/Figurines

$486Sale Price / set|30% Off

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Hand Carved Green Stone Small Chinese Foo-Dogs Sculptures/Figurines

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a pair of hand carved green stone Chinese Foo-Dog sculptures/figurines. They depict a pair of foo-dogs seated in a rectangular shaped base with a carpet. They are supported b...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Stone

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, 19th Century
Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, 19th Century

$15,000

H 7 in W 9 in D 4.25 in

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Chinese bronze Foo dogs, 19th century.

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19th Century Chinese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog
Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog

$59,000Sale Price / set|32% Off

H 43 in W 19 in D 22 in

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Huge Colored Glaze Ceramic Foo Dog

Located in Pomona, CA

This magnificent Chinese antique colored glaze ceramic lion statuary are hand made and hand carved in Museum quality. According to historical books, lions were introduced into Mainla...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Ceramic

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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Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Ceramic, Wood

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor

Located in Stamford, CT

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...

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Mid-20th Century Asian Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Bronze

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture

Located in Yonkers, NY

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...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Stone

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century
Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

Just discovered and coming from a Shinto Shrine deaccession Call or message us for details or to reserve. Japan an early and superb pair (2) of mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs als...

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18th Century Japanese Edo Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Collection of Chinese Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs, 17th-19th Century, China
Collection of Chinese Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs, 17th-19th Century, China

Collection of Chinese Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs, 17th-19th Century, China

Located in Austin, TX

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece, they are made from soapstone. This type of sculpture typically depicts two guardi...

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1970s Chinese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

$27,500 / set

H 21 in W 24 in D 14 in

Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Savannah, GA

Extraordinary pair of fine glazed porcelain Foo dogs came to us out of an estate here in Savannah, Georgia, belonging to an old general that long ago brought them from Thailand. Used...

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1890s Chinese Qing Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Porcelain

Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

Pair of Small Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs

$460Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 4.25 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in

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 amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measures 4.25" high x 2.5" deep x 3.5" w...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

$1,800 / set

H 8.5 in W 4 in D 3 in

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Foo Dogs

Located in Essex, MA

Each seated on pedestals one stepping on a ball the other clutching a reptilian creature. Painted in the spinach and egg color.

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1880s Chinese Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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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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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Porcelain

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 Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Ceramic

Pair of Carved Wood and Gilt Finished Chinese Foo Dog Figurines or Sculptures
Pair of Carved Wood and Gilt Finished Chinese Foo Dog Figurines or Sculptures

Pair of Carved Wood and Gilt Finished Chinese Foo Dog Figurines or Sculptures

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of intricately hand carved and hand painted Foo dogs are believed to have made in the mid-20th century in the Imperial style. The dogs are composed of a softwood which have...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs

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Softwood

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Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage Japanese foo dogs available for sale. Each of these unique vintage Japanese foo dogs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Vintage Japanese foo dogs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage Japanese foo dogs made by Hollywood Regency designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Satsuma produced beautiful vintage Japanese foo dogs that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage Japanese Foo Dogs?

Prices for vintage Japanese foo dogs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage Japanese foo dogs begin at $175 and can go as high as $2,400, while the average can fetch as much as $795.