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Pair of Qing Dynasty Foo Dog Lions, China circa 1950
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Pair of charming polychrome ceramic Foo Dog / Lions in the Qing Style. Fantastic detail and a beautiful color combination of ochre, green, brown and blue. Foo dogs are symbolic, protective statues, and they are designed in pairs; one is female, the other is male. The female represents yin, and symbolically protects the people dwelling inside the home, while the male statue, representing yang, protects the structure itself.
China, Qing Style, 20th century
Size: 5 3/4" high x 5" wide x 2 1/2" deep
- Dimensions:Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Qing (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In very good condition; no chips or cracks or repairs.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1433243738572
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