Qing Animal Sculptures

A very finely made pair antique Chinese porcelain blanc de chine figures of hawks dating from the early qing period and from the 18th century, possibly from the Kangxi reign. The fig...

This is a very good antique Chinese foo or lion dog sculpture, sometimes called a temple lions, made of bronze, with excellent detail, dating to the 19th century, Qing period or poss...

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...

Monumental Chinese Qing style foo dog or foo lion temple sculpture intricately hand-crafted from wood. The large statue has an aged, weathered patina ...

These are an excellent matching pair of large antique Chinese Foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions or Shishi, made of bronze with fine detail, originally hand enameled and gilded dating to the 19th century, Qing period or earlier. These are a very beautiful matching pair of large Bronze Chinese...

Believed to be powerful protectors against malevolent spirits, fu lion dogs have stood guard at the entryways and thresholds of Chinese buildings and temples for centuries. Known as ...

This is a good Chinese porcelain foo dog, sometimes called a temple lion all hand painted in polychrome coloured enamels, that we date to the early 20th Century period, circa 1920. ...

18th Century Chinese bronze duck incense burner, Qing period Please note that one foot is missing, broken off, see detailed image.  

Early-mid 20th century carved, red lacquer and gilt female foo lion, Chinese. Attached to conforming hollow stand base also decorated with running foo lions. Her cubs are playfully c...

Sculptural Chinese bronze depicting a ram and gazelle intertwined, their elongated, ribbed horns forming a continuous, sinuous vertical composition. The two animals are rendered in d...

This petite ceramic figurine from the early 20th century fits in the palm of the hand, sculpted as a recumbent ram with its legs tucked in and a pleasant expression. As motifs in Chi...

Rare 19th Century Chinese Bronze Foo Dog With Wings. Our Outstanding 19th century Chinese late Qing Dynasty bronze foo dog or guardian lion with wings...

Decorative 18th century wooden Phoenix bird with polychrome lacquer. From Henan Province, China. Untouched original condition. Measures: Height bird 21...

Fabulous Antique Chinese Foo Lion incense burners originally purchased in Bangkok, Thailand. Patinated bronze with cloud-like tails and fierce open...

This beautiful Chinese export black lacquered pair of shelves is decorated with silver and gold leave images of the story of a Chinese warrior battle....

An absolutely wonderful assembled group of Chinese Blanc de Chine white glazed porcelain Buddhistic lion (foo lion, foo dog) joss stick holders, Qing...

A pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty hand-carved wooden temple corbels from the 18th or 19th century with deer and their young. Originally part of a temple wa...

This is a good Chinese hardwood foo dog, sometimes called a temple lion that we date to the late Qing period, circa 1900. The piece is hand carved as a fierce dog or lion sat on a...

To keep her elaborate hairstyle intact while sleeping, a well-to-do Qing-dynasty woman would use a rigid headrest or neck pillow to keep her head elevated. Whether functional or pure...

This curious wooden talisman is a 19th century Taoist shaman's wand, attributed to the Yao people of southern China and Vietnam. Wielded by shaman priests as part of ritual ceremonie...

This refined pair of vintage Foo Dogs exemplifies the timeless artistry of traditional Asian ceramic design. Expertly crafted in porcelain and finished with a luminous celadon glaze,...

Believed to be powerful protectors against malevolent spirits, fu lion dogs have stood guard at the entryways and thresholds of Chinese buildings and temples for centuries. Known as ...

Ca 1900 Fine Chinese Carved Soapstone Statue of a lady with Parasol. Additional information: Material: Wood / Bamboo Region of Origin: China Period: 19th century China Dynasty Perio...

A pair of Shunzhi or Kangxi Blanc de Chine Porcelain figures on horses. Blanc de Chine Statues like these were made in the kilns of Dehua in Fujian province. These are rare exampl...

Decorative 18th century wooden phoenix bird with polychrome lacquer. From Henan Province, China. Untouched original condition. Measures: Height bird 22....

A large and powerfully cast Chinese bronze censer in the form of two Buddhistic lions, Qing dynasty, late 19th century. The censer is well cast with a strong sense of movement, featuring a pair of fierce Buddhistic lions playfully antagonizing each other. Locked in a mock battle, the smaller lion...

A fantastic Chinese cast bronze censer in the form of two Buddhistic lions play fighting, late Qing Dynasty, late 19th century, China. The censer formed as a pair of Buddhistic li...

A charming and elegant Chinese brush washer in the form of a recumbent spotted deer, Qing dynasty, circa 1850. The graceful animal modeled with ...

Carved from a solid piece of stone, this weight was originally used by a Shoemaker to press down large pieces of leather. Surrounded by intricate scrollwork and peony blossoms, a gua...

Modelled as a yellow bird, green deer, and yellow monkey grouped together on a brown-glazed stand. These brush rest with a bird, a monkey and a deer probably refers to the rebus 'may you receive high rank and emolument' or 'general long life, happiness and wealth' A ceramic tray shaped as a lotus leaf with finely detailed veining. Accented by a lotus pod–form vessel and soft green glaze, it evokes a tranquil waterside scene. Period : Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period Production Date : C 1725 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Ca Mau...