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Dramatic Pair of Large Chinese Foo Dogs with Turquoise Glaze
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Large pair of Chinese foo dogs in a turquoise glaze. One dog has a ball under its paw, the other a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
A Pair of Chinese Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs
Located in Austin, TX
A charming and whimsical pair of Chinese glazed pottery foo dogs.
Raised on rectangular plinths
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs, Lions Statues or Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly unique pair of heavy bronze foo dogs or lions that can be used as decorative accents or
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Chinese Carved Marble Foo Dogs Sitting on Decorative Plinths, 20th Cent
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Chinese hand carved marble Foo dogs sitting on rectangular decorative carved plinths. Early
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Garden Ornaments
Materials
Marble
Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs
Located in Norton, MA
Fine and very detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs from the mid 20th century. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Dehua Blanc de Chine Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of Chinese Dehua blanc de chine porcelain foo dogs. Featuring intricate decoration
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Large Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very fine and detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs. The hollow biscuit porcelain
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Incense Censer Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic pair of mid-century Chinese ceramic polychrome incense censer foo dogs, circa 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs / Lions Statues or Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly unique pair of heavy bronze foo dogs or lions that can be used as decorative accents or
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Bronze Qing Foo Dogs Incense Burner
Located in Dallas, TX
playful pair of attached foo dogs. One dog is biting the back of his partner who is chewing on his foot
Category
Antique 1880s Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Lucky Chinoiserie Green Ceramic Foo Dogs or Lions, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of verdigris green ceramic foo dogs. This pair will be fabulous on a patio, bookshelf, or in
Category
20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs #2
Located in Norton, MA
Fine and very detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs from the mid 20th century. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Mounted Foo Dogs
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very fine and detailed pair of Chinese turquoise glazed foo dogs. The hollow biscuit porcelain
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Collection of 16 Chinese Yellow Glazed Foo Dogs, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A fabulous and impressive collection of sixteen (16) ceramic Chinese export foo dogs (also known as
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Qing Chinese Cast Iron Foo Dogs Lions Incense Burners
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Chinese cast iron foo dogs lions incense burners. Late Qing Dynasty. Whimsical packed
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Opposing Pair of Italian Ceramic Glazed Foo Dogs on Bases Manner Ugo Zaccagnini
By Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Standing 21 inches tall this pair of whimsical Majolica white glaze ground foo dogs on matching
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Pair of Chinese Mid-Century White Glazed Foo Dogs
Located in Austin, TX
An unusually large pair of Chinese white glazed foo dogs or foo lions, made of the export market
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Polychromed Porcelain Chinese Foo Dogs on Stands-Green, Yellow, Red
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese polychromed porcelain Foo Dogs or Foo Lions on stands. Their front legs are
Category
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics
Materials
Enamel
Large Couple Foo Dogs Temple Lions Turquoise Ceramic 25cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful pair of foo dogs, temple lions, vintage figurines made of turquoise, light blue colored
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Collection of 14 Graduating Turquoise Chinese Export Foo Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Collection of 14 (seven pairs) graduating turquoise Chinese Export foo dogs standing from 12.5
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Asian Polychromed Ceramic Foo Dogs - Set of Two
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming pair of vintage ceramic Foo Dogs (Guardian Lions) captures the vibrant artistic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery, Paint
Mini Pair of Vintage Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs, China, circa 1980
s
Located in Chatham, ON
Miniature pair of vintage turquoise glazed ceramic Foo Dogs - molded forms - hand painted glossy
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Pair of Stone Guardian Foo Dogs/Guardian Lions from 18th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An 18th century pair of Chinese stone foo dogs/guardian lions on square bases. This rare pair of
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Antique Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs good detail, Qing 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
dogs with fine detail and which we date to the 19th century, Qing period.
Notes: Foo dogs are
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Stone with Fine Detail Qing 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good pair of antique Chinese foo or lion dogs, sometimes called temple lions made
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Stone
Large Scale Polychrome Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs or Foo Lions
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very fine pair of large, Chinese ceramic polychrome glazed dogs of foo mounted on rectangular
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Large Chinese Polychrome Ceramic Glaze Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Vintage Pair of Ceramic Glaze Polychrome Chinese foo dog sculptures. Features a color palette of
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Porcelain Sancai Foo Dogs
Located in New York, NY
Each guardian lion with red pearl in mouth, the male with paw on an embroidered ball and the female with paw on cub, supported on pedestals.
Category
Vintage 1960s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Tall Midcentury Yellow Foo Dogs or Lion Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of relatively tall Midcentury yellow ceramic foo dog or lion sculpture decorative
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Large Glazed Terra Cotta Lions or Foo Dogs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Extraordinary pair of fine and rare and very large pair of glazed terra cotta decorative foo dog or
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
Pair of Foo Dogs in Blanc de Chine, Italy, 1960s
Located in Norwalk, CT
A wonderfully detailed pair with fine modeling and beautiful glaze over true white. A true pair, with one figure holding a cat fish complete with whiskers and the other a cricket cag...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Red Foo Dogs or Lions Bookends or Decorative Objects
Located in New York, NY
A vintage pair/set of red lacquer foo dog or lion bookends/decorative objects. Relatively tall
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Massive Mid-Century Turquoise Blue Ceramic Foo Dogs Sculptures 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Excellent pair of mid-century turquoise blue ceramic foo dog sculptures, circa 1960s. These
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Blanc de Chine Buddhist Lions, Foo Dogs Early Kangxi, 1662-1722
Located in CA, CA
A pair of late 17th-early 18th century Buddhistic lions. Two males, of left and right pairing each sitting on a rectangular plinth with a wish granting ball under one paw and a ribbo...
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Scale Italian Terracotta Foo or Temple Dogs, a Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of large scale foo dogs. They have a Majolica style painted finish that is hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Ming Animal Sculptures
Materials
Majolica, Terracotta
Brass and Copper Foo Dog Figural Incense Burner Sculptures
Located in Miami Beach, FL
These 20th century adorable foo dogs have green glass eyes and are made of brass and copper. The
Category
20th Century Asian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Foo Lions
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fierce pair of Chinese molded stone guardian foo lions or foo dogs. Each with expressive faces
Category
20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Pair of Chinese Green Glazed Pottery Recumbent Foo Dog Figurines
Located in Philadelphia, PA
recumbent foo dogs with slightly raised heads and upward gazes.
Simply a wonderful pair of Chinese foo dogs
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Chinese Pewter Foo Dog Lions
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of Chinese foo dogs or foo lions constructed from pewter. Very heavy and solid originally
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pewter
Pair of Very Old Carved Stone Foo Dog Architectural Remnants
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration a very fine pair of carved antique Foo Dogs.
These
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone, Marble
Pair of 19th Chinese Tri-Colored Glazed Foo Lions /Dogs
Located in Brea, CA
/dogs. The glaze still shines, there are minor chips here and there. Always standing in pairs, foo dogs
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Black and Gold Foo Dog Bookends
Located in New York, NY
A substantial pair of vintage black and gold foo dogs made of cast iron. Can be used as bookends or
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Bookends
Materials
Iron
Lot of Four Antique and Vintage Chinese Wood Sculptures, Hand-Carved
Located in Somis, CA
wood foo dogs. The Lo Han is one of the Chinese immortals who is believed to bring good health. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of 17th Century Chinese Gilt Cast Iron Foo Dog Statues
Located in Middleburg, VA
Pair of 17th Century Chinese gilt cast iron foo dog statues
Foo Dogs are lions that are placed for
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Antique Foo Dog in Jade - China - Mid-19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
as stone lions or "shishi".
Foo dogs that are placed inside or outside a building are meant to
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Fine Antique Bronze Foo Lion / Dog, Pair
Located in Wilton, CT
1920's Pair of cast bronze Foo Lion/ Dogs in all original condition. Male and Female, with
Category
Vintage 1920s Tibetan Tibetan Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ancient Pair of Wooden Pho Dogs, China Ming Dynasty
Located in Roma, IT
, these decorations are also known as stone lions or "shishi". Foo dogs that are placed inside or outside
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Japanese Edo Period Carved Wood Foo Lion Dogs, Komainu, Early 19th Century, Pair
Located in Austin, TX
are commonly confused with the related karashishi, and are often referred as foo lions or foo dogs
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cypress
Collection of Chinese Turquoise Figurines
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of turquoise foo dogs, elephants, horses and immortals with a pair of bookends set in
Category
20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Pair of Chinese Sancai Glazed Foo Lions
Located in Austin, TX
A good pair of vintage Chinese sancai (three color) glazed ceramic foo lions, also called foo dogs
Category
Vintage 1970s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Asian Tibetan Bronze Kylin Foo Dog Lion Sculptures - a Pair
Located in Forney, TX
/ Chinese foo dogs / guardian lions)
The finely detailed, richly ornamented, masterfully sculpted, large
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Vintage Metal Cloisonné Foo Dog Guardian Lion with Teal and Golden Tones
Located in Yonkers, NY
adorned with cloudy whirls, reminding us of its celestial aspect. As is common with foo dogs, his mouth is
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Chinese Vintage Metal Cloisonné Foo Dog Guardian Lion with Teal and Golden Tones
Located in Yonkers, NY
adorned with cloudy whirls, reminding us of its celestial aspect. As is common with foo dogs, his mouth is
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Large Foo Dog Temple Lion Blue Glazed Ceramic 32cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful and very large foo dog, better known as a temple lion or guardian dog, vintage statue
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Qing Dynasty Mid 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Temple Decoration
Located in Yonkers, NY
back. As is common with foo dogs, his mouth is open, exposing his teeth to the viewer. This sculpture
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Two Chinese Guardian Lions in Bronze, Iron, Early 20th Century
Located in Lomita, CA
Two Asiatic Lions -- foo dogs protect the premises in an assembled pair. The smaller female lion
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Large Pair Japanese Glazed Porcelain Lions, Komainu, Showa Era, 1960
s, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
.
Komainu, or lion-dogs, are often mistaken for karashishi (lions) or foo dogs or foo lions. While very
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
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Foo Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of foo dogs available for sale. Each of these unique foo dogs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Foo dogs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Foo dogs bearing mid-century modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Large foo dogs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller foo dogs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 1.5 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many foo dogs are appealing in their simplicity, but Herend, Satsuma and Alexander Backer produced popular foo dogs that are worth a look.
How Much are Foo Dogs?
Foo dogs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,696, while the lowest priced sells for $100 and the highest can go for as much as $135,000.
Finding the Right Sculptures for You
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.
Questions About Foo Dogs
- What is the meaning of foo dogs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What the meaning of foo dog artwork is largely comes down to personal interpretation. Traditionally, the figures, also called guardian lions, represent protection, success, wealth and good fortune. Because they originate from China, the lion-dog hybrid creatures sometimes symbolize Chinese culture. On 1stDibs, find a variety of foo dog artwork.
- What are foo dogs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditional foo dogs, also known as fu dogs and lion dogs, are made from stone. Foo dogs are traditional Chinese ornaments believed to be guardians of the home, with pairs being displayed at the entrances. Shop a wide selection of authentic foo dogs through 1stDibs.
- Is a foo dog a lion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese 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.
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