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Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Dogs, circa 1880

$3,250per set
£2,466.03per set
€2,819.68per set
CA$4,539.37per set
A$5,047.16per set
CHF 2,635.35per set
MX$61,436.23per set
NOK 33,625.90per set
SEK 31,505.86per set
DKK 21,043.79per set
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About the Item

A wonderful pair of turquoise glazed Chinese Foo dog statues- circa 1880. Foo dogs were actually lions, yet they resemble a Chow Chow and/or Shih Tzu (dog breeds) which led them to be called foo dogs or fu dogs. Foo dogs were originally displayed outdoors. These were guardians - found standing sentry in front of palaces, temples, and homes of the elite. They could be quite massive and imposing with their wide open mouths in mid roar. It was much later that smaller more portable ones were produced, including ceramic statues for indoor decorative use. This lovely set includes a male and female. The male (right) has his paw on a ball. The female (left) is pictured with a pup (her offspring). These are in wonderful condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8831234832992

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