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Pair Massive Carved Granite Foo Lion Entrance Guardian Figures

$12,500per set
£9,615.83per set
€11,161.25per set
CA$17,627.98per set
A$19,746.31per set
CHF 10,371.47per set
MX$240,108.75per set
NOK 131,336.73per set
SEK 124,673.87per set
DKK 83,300.71per set

About the Item

A pair of very large and expressive opposing Foo Lions in Granite with an overall gray-green speckled finish. The lions are seated, one with its pup and the other holding a long stemmed flower. Measures: height 37", wide 16", depth 32" approximate weight of both lions is 3,000 pounds. Condition: Please see all detail photos. There are various signs of age and weathering including patches and losses. Both tails with losses on the ends, there is a larger repair in cast stone or ceramic, to the face of one Lion (Clearly seen in the lead photo/ Lion on the left), now eroded and showing drilled holes presumably to hold the ceramic fill, repair loss to one shoulder, several small ceramic dot patches and one base with large loss on the back right, both bases with expected stains, weathering and small chips on the edges. All of the aforementioned is for accuracy as the Pair have a magnificent presentation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 32 in (81.28 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Han (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Condition: Please see all detail photos. There is an extensive repair listing in the main copy above. Replacements made. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Despite the losses, fills and replaced areas, the Lion Pair have a magnificent fierce aspect and display exceptionally well.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2099451stDibs: LU1755229609152

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