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Antique PAIR of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs with Good Detail and colour, early 20thC
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good pair of antique Ming style Chinese foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique PAIR of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs with Good Detail and colour, early 20thC
Antique PAIR of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs with Good Detail and colour, early 20thC

Antique PAIR of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs with Good Detail and colour, early 20thC

$2,666 / set
PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good pair of antique Chinese foo or lion dogs, sometimes called temple lions made
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Stone

PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940
PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

PAIR of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

$649 / set
Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture
Located in Asheville, NC
This cast iron piece features a statuary male Chinese guardian Lion (Foo Dog) proudly balancing
Category

20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture
Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture

Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture

$1,680
Agate Hand Held Foo Dog Charm Statue
Located in Somis, CA
Chinese symbolism. A lively foo dog lion perches atop an oval rock, mouth open holding a silk ribbon, its
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Agate

Agate Hand Held Foo Dog Charm Statue
Agate Hand Held Foo Dog Charm Statue

Agate Hand Held Foo Dog Charm Statue

$284 Sale Price
20% Off
A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This pair of 1960s turquoise glazed ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs (also known as Foo Dogs or Fu Lions
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs
A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs

A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs

$830 / set
Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon
By Aerozon
Located in North Miami, FL
Chinoiserie motifs popularized in German Art Déco. Molded as a chinese guardian lion (or 'foo dog') with head
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon
Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon

Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon

$1,300
Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare pair of large Chinese carved stone foo dog guardian lions. Originated from a house of a
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Statues

Materials

Stone

Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions
Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions

Antique Pair of Late Ming Dynasty Silk Road Carved Stone Guardian Lions

$16,282
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bronze Urns with Lids
Located in Wainscott, NY
the lid is most often a Chinese guardian lion (shi / "foo dog" ), a stylized mythical beast. These
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Urns

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bronze Urns with Lids
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bronze Urns with Lids

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bronze Urns with Lids

$1,090 / set
Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases
Located in London, GB
gilt bronze feet which take the form of Chinese Imperial lions (or foo dogs).
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases
Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases

Two Chinese Gilt Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Enamel Vases

$20,511 / set
Rare Tibetan Buddhist Ancient Temple Snow Lion Architectural Ornament
Located in Forney, TX
(Imperial Guardian Lion / Chinese Foo Dog), is an extraordinarily rare and unusual form, having large
Category

Antique 18th Century Tibetan Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

Rare Tibetan Buddhist Ancient Temple Snow Lion Architectural Ornament
Rare Tibetan Buddhist Ancient Temple Snow Lion Architectural Ornament

Rare Tibetan Buddhist Ancient Temple Snow Lion Architectural Ornament

$9,995
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Located in Paris, FR
patina. Each oil lamp rests on four legs toppd by a Foo dog. Foo Dogs or Chinese guardian lions are a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

$3,322 / set
Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
. Originating in China, foo dogs resemble Chinese guardian lions, representing prosperity, success, and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Urns

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns
Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

$13,366
Chinese Export Famille Verte Porcelain French Ormolu Chinoiserie Centerpiece
By Edward Holmes Baldock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
acanthus rim. The two ends with a projected mask of Chinese Imperial lions or foo dogs, surmounted and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Ormolu

Chinese Export Famille Verte Porcelain French Ormolu Chinoiserie Centerpiece
Chinese Export Famille Verte Porcelain French Ormolu Chinoiserie Centerpiece

Chinese Export Famille Verte Porcelain French Ormolu Chinoiserie Centerpiece

$28,950 Sale Price
40% Off
Large Antique Indian Hindu Temple Nandi Bull Bronze Copper Alloy Statue
Located in Forney, TX
door / entryway similar to a Chinese foo dog or Asian guardian lion to protect your home, as a one-of-a
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Folk Art Statues

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper

Large Antique Indian Hindu Temple Nandi Bull Bronze Copper Alloy Statue
Large Antique Indian Hindu Temple Nandi Bull Bronze Copper Alloy Statue

Large Antique Indian Hindu Temple Nandi Bull Bronze Copper Alloy Statue

$3,500
Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Chinese "Guardian Foo Lion" resin sculpture on a black wood plinth.
Category

Vintage 1950s Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Resin, Wood

Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture
Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

Chinese Guardian Foo Lion Sculpture

$295
19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion
Located in Chamblee, GA
19th century Chinese standing export Foo Lion, no chips, cracks or repairs.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion
19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

19th Century Chinese Standing Export Foo Lion

$695
Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
looking decorative Chinese guardian lion statue.             
Category

20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion
Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

Vintage Ceramic Chinese Foo Dog Guardian Lion

$266
Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions
Located in New York, NY
Pair 12 inch Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions as covered boxes
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions
Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions

Pair Chinese Porcelain Blanc de Chine Foo Lions

$325 / set
Stone Guardian Foo Lions
Located in Cookeville, TN
Offering a pair of Guardian foo lions. This pair is heavy cast stone with intricate detail. Starts
Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

Stone Guardian Foo Lions
Stone Guardian Foo Lions

Stone Guardian Foo Lions

$1,295
Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
Foo lion sculptures of hand-carved and painted wood, c. 19th Century, possibly older. Condition
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century
Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

Chinese Painted Wood Foo Lion Guardians Circa 19th Century

$4,800
Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Pair of stylised temple lions or Foo dogs on plinths. The wooden plinths are covered in flocked
Category

20th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

$1,025
Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion
Located in Brussels, BE
Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion. Some restoration to the metal on the bottom
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion
Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

Asian metal sculpture representing Foo Lion

$700
A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China
Located in Westport, CT
Original pair of stone foo Lions once flanking the front entrance of a mansions in Southern China
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Marble

A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China
A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China

A Pair of large 19th Century stone Foo Lions from Southern China

$5,400 / set
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions
Located in Chicago, IL
These reconstituted amber hand-carved foo lions were originally purchased at Gump's in San
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Reclaimed Wood, Resin

Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved Chinese Reconstituted Amber Foo Lions

$2,750 / set
17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion
Located in SOMIS, CA
This adorable granite foo dog is caught in the moment with its toothy grin. Completely original
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Granite, Stone

17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion
17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

17th Century Granite Stone Grinning Foo Dog Lion

$1,500
Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of 19th century, late Qing dynasty, Chinese guardian lions or "foo dogs" from Chaozhou
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Spruce

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs
Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs

Pair of Late Qing Dynasty Carved Spruce-Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs

$3,600 / set
1980 s Carved Wood Foo Dog Guardian Lion Glass Top Accent Table
Located in Charlotte, NC
finish carved in the form of a Foo Dog Guardian Lion with head and tail having a flat surface to support
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Pine

1980 s Carved Wood Foo Dog Guardian Lion Glass Top Accent Table
1980 s Carved Wood Foo Dog Guardian Lion Glass Top Accent Table

1980 s Carved Wood Foo Dog Guardian Lion Glass Top Accent Table

$895
19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops
Located in SOMIS, CA
A pair of very rare 19th century He Tian jade chops featuring carved foo dog lions. The He Tian
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade, Stone

19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops
19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops

19th Century Pair of He Tian Rice Texture Jade Foo Dog Lion Chops

$2,500 / set
19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands
Located in Hudson, NY
guardians, lions, or “foo dogs”. At the top of the candle-stands, near the pricket, sits a frog on a lily
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands
19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands

19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands

$2,100 / set
Antique Chinese Porcelain Melon Jar Lamp and Shade
Located in New York, NY
19th century Chinese porcelain melon jar with foo lion design in coral mounted as a lamp with a
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Antique Chinese Porcelain Melon Jar Lamp and Shade
Antique Chinese Porcelain Melon Jar Lamp and Shade

Antique Chinese Porcelain Melon Jar Lamp and Shade

$650
Japanese Taishō Period Bronze Champlevé Censer with Komainu Figure Lid, c. 1915
Located in San Francisco, CA
shishi, and are the Japanese interpretation of the noble Chinese foo dog or guardian lion protectors
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Japanese Taishō Period Bronze Champlevé Censer with Komainu Figure Lid, c. 1915
Japanese Taishō Period Bronze Champlevé Censer with Komainu Figure Lid, c. 1915

Japanese Taishō Period Bronze Champlevé Censer with Komainu Figure Lid, c. 1915

$2,100
Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930
Located in Culver City, CA
the tao-tie beast but there is further relevance in the Chinese culture regarding Lions. The foo lion
Category

Vintage 1930s Indonesian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Brass

Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930
Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930

Antique Hand Beaten Brass Vessel, circa 1930

$1,350
Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures
Located in New York, NY
Our pair of bronze guardian lions, or shi, are exceptional examples of late Qing dynasty design
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures
Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures

Pair Chinese Foo Lion Figures

$17,500
Chinese Foo Lion Corbel, Carved and Painted Poplar Wood, Qing Dynasty, China
Located in Austin, TX
A large and playful Chinese foo lion or foo dog corbel of carved and polychromed poplar wood
Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood, Poplar

Chinese Foo Lion Corbel, Carved and Painted Poplar Wood, Qing Dynasty, China
Chinese Foo Lion Corbel, Carved and Painted Poplar Wood, Qing Dynasty, China

Chinese Foo Lion Corbel, Carved and Painted Poplar Wood, Qing Dynasty, China

$4,800
Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog
Located in Sheridan, CO
Large Chinese Foo lion. Predominantly green glaze with golden yellow detail attributed to Tang
Category

Antique 1820s Chinese Tang Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog
Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog

Antique Large Chinese Shanxi Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog

$3,950
Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures
By Gold China
Located in Madrid, ES
Foo lions Pair of monumental blued bronze Khmer-style guardian sculptures, 20th century. On
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures
Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures

Foo Lions Pair of Monumental Blued Bronze Khmer-Style Guardian Sculptures

$6,171
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions. Stunning nice scale pair of 20th century
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Terracotta

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions
Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

Pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Foo Dogs or Foo Lions

$2,200 / set
Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese pink quartz foo lions on stands, pair (2), carved from softly colored stone, the foo lions
Category

20th Century Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands
Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands

Chinese Pink Quartz Foo Lions on Stands

$1,800
Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of hand carved Chinese Marble Shizi Foo Lion/Dogs. This pair of statues has great detail and
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble
Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble

Chinese Shizi Foo Lion Dogs Solid Marble

$6,500
Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Unusual pair of Chinese cloisonné foo lions featuring exaggerated expressions, stylized big cat
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions
Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Foo Lions

$3,450 / set
Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a striking pair of Chinese umber glazed porcelain foo lions situated on similar plinths
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions
Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions

Pair of Chinese Umber Glazed Porcelain Foo Lions

$2,200 / set
Pair Chinese Sancai Glazed Stoneware Guardian Foo Lions, 1960s, China
Located in Austin, TX
, China. The fabulous foo lions are crafted in stoneware and glazed all over in a stunning sancai glaze
Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stoneware

Pair Chinese Sancai Glazed Stoneware Guardian Foo Lions, 1960s, China
Pair Chinese Sancai Glazed Stoneware Guardian Foo Lions, 1960s, China

Pair Chinese Sancai Glazed Stoneware Guardian Foo Lions, 1960s, China

$3,600
Antique Chinese Foo Dog - Mythical Chinese Lion - Temple Dog Statue
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Chinese Foo Dog - Mythical Chinese Lion - Temple Dog Statue This adorable dog statue would
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Foo Dog - Mythical Chinese Lion - Temple Dog Statue
Antique Chinese Foo Dog - Mythical Chinese Lion - Temple Dog Statue

Antique Chinese Foo Dog - Mythical Chinese Lion - Temple Dog Statue

$899
Pair Chinese Caved Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 20th century Chinese carved wood guardian lions, sometimes called foo dogs in the west
Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair Chinese Caved Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs
Pair Chinese Caved Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs

Pair Chinese Caved Wood Guardian Lions Foo Dogs

$1,500 / set
Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of protection Foo Lions made of color glazed ceramic. China, XIX century.
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions
Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions

Chinese 19th Century Pair of Protection Foo Lions

$4,035
Chinese Carved and Gilt Foo Lion Temple Box
Located in Austin, TX
A superbly carved foo lion (aka foo dog) surrounded by two cubs, sitting atop deep relief carved
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Giltwood

Chinese Carved and Gilt Foo Lion Temple Box
Chinese Carved and Gilt Foo Lion Temple Box

Chinese Carved and Gilt Foo Lion Temple Box

$4,200
Large Brass Foo Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
a pair of large brass Foo Lions on stands the male with his paw on a ball the female on a lion
Category

Vintage 1930s Chinese Metalwork

Large Brass Foo Lions
Large Brass Foo Lions

Large Brass Foo Lions

$1,850
Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s
Located in Austin, TX
A striking pair of Vintage Chinese turquoise glazed porcelain foo dogs or guardian lions, circa
Category

Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s
Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s

Pair of Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Foo Lions, 1980s

$1,200
Large Green Foo Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
a pair of large green Foo Lions, turquoise with dark blue, white, and yellow. The male has his paw
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics

Large Green Foo Lions
Large Green Foo Lions

Large Green Foo Lions

$4,900
Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A charming near pair of Chinese green glazed foo lion joss stick holders, late 19th century, China
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stoneware

Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China
Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China

Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China

$1,750 / set
Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
20th century, China. Unmarked. This statuette depicts a Foo Dog, originating from China. The original
Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm
Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm

Vintage Chinese Komainu Guardian Lion Foo Dog Blue 19cm

$255
Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions
Located in Guaynabo, PR
These are two medium size and heavy ceramic Chinese sculptures of foo dogs that are playing with a
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions

$850 / set
Chinese "Wu Nanshi" Zisha / Yixing Clay Foo Lion Censer
Located in Austin, TX
An unusual and whimsical censer modeled as a charming foo lion. The figure is well formed, with
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Composition, Crystal

Chinese "Wu Nanshi" Zisha / Yixing Clay Foo Lion Censer
Chinese "Wu Nanshi" Zisha / Yixing Clay Foo Lion Censer

Chinese "Wu Nanshi" Zisha / Yixing Clay Foo Lion Censer

$6,800
A Pair of Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog Lion Mounts
Located in London, GB
A Pair of C20th Decorative Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog/Lion Mounts. Nicely carved having
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Pair of Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog Lion Mounts
A Pair of Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog Lion Mounts

A Pair of Chinese Carved Giltwood Foo Dog Lion Mounts

$888 / set
Pair Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Guardian Lions Antique
Located in Potters Bar, GB
of rusting Antique foo dogs, also known as "Chinese guardian lions," carry rich cultural significance
Category

Vintage 1920s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Guardian Lions Antique
Pair Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Guardian Lions Antique

Pair Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Guardian Lions Antique

$3,828
Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flowers Foo Lion
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated large dish from around 1600-1630. Heavy and larger sized piece with beautiful decoration in turqoise. Storage box included. Condition 1 line from rim and som...
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flowers Foo Lion
Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flowers Foo Lion

Antique Chinese 16/17C Chinese Porcelain Dish Swatow Flowers Foo Lion

$4,602
Pair of Blue Foo Dog Statues Temple Lion Chinese Porcelain
Located in Poperinge, BE
A charming pair of blue Foo Dog figurines, small temple lions, made of turquoise-glazed Chinese
Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Blue Foo Dog Statues Temple Lion Chinese Porcelain
Pair of Blue Foo Dog Statues Temple Lion Chinese Porcelain

Pair of Blue Foo Dog Statues Temple Lion Chinese Porcelain

$261 / set
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Chinese Foo Lions For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Chinese foo lions for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, stone and metal, all Chinese foo lions available were constructed with great care. Chinese foo lions have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of Chinese foo lions to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Folk Art and Hollywood Regency Chinese foo lions are of considerable interest.

How Much are Chinese Foo Lions?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,162, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $50,000 highest priced.
Questions About Chinese Foo Lions
  • Is a foo dog a lion?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, foo dogs are lions. Foo dogs are believed to be Chinese guardian lions and are typically made of stone. Foo dogs are often displayed in pairs outside of entrances to act as guardians for the home. Shop a selection of foo dogs on 1stDibs.
  • What do Chinese foo dogs represent?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese foo dogs are called “shishi” in China, which translates to “stone lion”. Shishi were traditionally placed in pairs outside of palaces, offices, temples and bridges to protect the home from evil spirits. Browse a selection of antique foo dog sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • What are Chinese guardian lions called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese guardian lions are called shishi or stone lions. In English, they are colloquially referred to as lion dogs or foo dogs. Shishi are typically made out of stone. On 1stDibs, find your own stone lions from top sellers around the world.

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