A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs
View Similar Items
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11
A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Rococo (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:c1880
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Katonah, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 35/2261stDibs: 1401168665587
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 1962
1stDibs seller since 2009
423 sales on 1stDibs
More From This SellerView All
- Pair Large Chinese Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th CenturyLocated in Katonah, NYThese magnificent Chinese temple lions are true works of art, masterfully crafted with incredible attention to detail. The bulging eyes, sharp ears, open mouth, and fluttering mane are expertly rendered, creating a pair of stunning creatures that are truly alive with energy and movement. The expressive faces of these lions are captivating, and the fact that they are a "true" pair, meaning a male and a female facing each other, adds to the sense of interaction and action. These lions are made of stoneware and painted in the traditional Chinese sancai three-color glaze on a light brown ground; dating to the late Qing period, they are covered in rich green, blue, and amber glazes. The intricate detailing and rich colors are breathtaking, making these lions a treasure. Temple lions, also known as lion dogs, are celebrated for their auspicious symbolism and are believed to protect the peace and prosperity of one's home. These lions are beautiful works of art and bring good luck and prosperity to the home they are placed in. Dimensions: 17" Height x 16" Length x 6 1/2" Depth. Condition: Excellent Price: $6,800 Background of Chinese Temple Lions: Chinese guardian lions...Category
Antique Late 19th Century Qing Ceramics
MaterialsStoneware
- Pair Antique Italian Porcelain Figures Early 19th Century Made by Le NoveBy Carlo GinoriLocated in Katonah, NYProvenance: The Metropolitan Museum in New York has a similar Le Nove Porcelain pair of courting figures in its collection. Accession Number: 06.381. Factory: ...Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- Antique Chinese Stoneware Pillow 19th CenturyLocated in Katonah, NYAntique Chinese pillows were made from a wide range of materials including bamboo, jade, porcelain, and wood. Traditionally solid, they were sometimes used with a softer fabric over them. We are pleased to offer this pillow which is decorated with brown glazes which were allowed to run over a beige colored stoneware. On both sides the impressed design is a honeybee and honey combs symbolizing a wish for sweet dreams. Along the top and bottom of the pillow are traditional Chinese cloud collar...Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
MaterialsStoneware
- Pair Delft Cows 18th Century Made De Porceleyne Lampetkan Netherlands Circa 1785By De Porceleyne LampetkanLocated in Katonah, NYThis beautiful pair of cows was made around 1785 in the city of Delft. Since the late seventeenth century, Dutch Delft cows have adorned mantelpiece...Category
Antique Late 18th Century Rococo Delft and Faience
MaterialsDelft
- Pekingese Puppy 18th Century French Faience Made in Rouen Circa 1760Located in Katonah, NYWHY WE LOVE IT: His Pekingese imperial attitude! In their native China, Pekingese could ...Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Rococo Animal Sculptures
MaterialsFaience
- Pair Wedgwood Egyptian Revival Black Basalt Sphinxes Made 18th Century, EnglandBy WedgwoodLocated in Katonah, NYThese stunning Wedgwood black basalt sphinxes are a true masterpiece of Wedgwood craftsmanship and artistry. These mythical creatures are a sight to behold with their majestic woman's head, mighty lion's body, and elegant wings. Each sphinx sits atop a raised rectangular base, adorned with a geometric design of circles and fleur-de-lis. Each sphinx features a 'lotus flower' nozzle to hold candles, adding a touch of whimsy and charm. Made in the eighteenth century, circa 1785, these sphinxes showcase Wedgwood's exceptional attention to detail and dedication to quality. The underside of each sphinx is marked with an impressed "Wedgwood" signature in lowercase letters. With a height of 10.2", a depth of 7", and a width of 3.6", these sphinxes are truly imposing in size and presence. In excellent condition, this pair is a rare and highly coveted find for collectors of Wedgwood black basalt. Reference: "The Dictionary of Wedgwood" R Reilly and G Savage pg 323. Dimensions: 10.2" height x 7" deep x 3.6" wide Condition: Excellent with tiny edge chips invisibly restored Price: $6,600 Background of Wedgwood black basalt: In the mid-18th century, Josiah Wedgwood created black stoneware, which he named "Black Basalt," as it resembled Egyptian basalt...Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Egyptian Revival Animal Sculptures
MaterialsStoneware
You May Also Like
- Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, 19th CenturyLocated in New York, NYPair of Chinese bronze Foo dogs, 19th century.Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
MaterialsBronze
- Pair of 19TH Century Bronze Foo DogsLocated in West Palm Beach, FLA proper pair - right and left facing. The bronzes have expressive faces with protruding tongues and are posed with paws raised to indicate that they are at attention. An outstandin...Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
MaterialsBronze
$1,400 / set - Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo DogsLocated in Savannah, GAExtraordinary 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...Category
Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsPorcelain
$27,500 / set - Collection of Chinese Blanc de Chine Foo Dogs, 17th-19th Century, ChinaLocated in Austin, TXAn absolutely wonderful assembled group of Chinese Blanc de Chine white glazed porcelain Buddhistic lion (foo lion, foo dog) joss stick holders, Qing...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
MaterialsPorcelain
- Pair of 19th Century Miniature Foo Dogs 3.25" x 2" x 4.5"Located in San Francisco, CAPair of 19th Century Miniature Foo Dogs 3.25" x 2" x 4.5"Category
Antique 19th Century Animal Sculptures
MaterialsCeramic
- 19th Century, Blue and White Foo DogsLocated in Newport Beach, CALarge pair of hand-thrown, hand painted and glazed, left and right, French, faience foo dogs. Wonderful expression, and great scale.Category
Antique 1880s French Animal Sculptures
MaterialsClay
$12,500 Sale Price / set35% Off
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
19th Foo Dogs
19th Century Foo Dogs
19th Century Chinese Foo Dogs
Imperial Lion
Pair Stone Dogs
Pair Chinese Mythical
Pair Of Stone Dogs
Temple Dogs
Pre Dynastic
Diamond Dogs
Stone Lion Chinese
Stone Mythical Sculpture
Stoneware Lion
Chinese Temple Figures
Pre 1800
Stone Foo Dogs
Chinese Stone Foo Dogs
19th Century Stoneware Sculpture