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19th Century Chinese Blue and White Vase with Celadon Cast and Foo Dog Handles
Located in Tampa, FL
glaze, adding depth and softness to the overall tone. The form is flanked by a pair of sculpted foo dogs
Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Vases

Materials

Porcelain

PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY CHINESE DRAGON FOO DOG GOLD SILVER STITCH SILK EMBROIDERIEs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
original circa 1880 Chinese gold and silver threaded tapestry on silk depicting Chinese Foo Dog's and
Category

Antique 1880s Chinese Chinoiserie Textiles

Materials

Silk

Lion Elec. Tudor Style Brass Sconces, 1920s
By Lion Electric Mfg. Co
Located in Savannah, GA
A pair of Lion Electric Company Tudor style brass wall sconces, 1920s. Not wired, used with candles
Category

Vintage 1920s American Tudor Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

1930s Chinese Silk Carpet with Foo Dog Design ( 4 x 7 - 122 x 213 )
Located in New York, NY
1930s Chinese Silk Carpet with Foo Dog Design ( 4' x 7' - 122 x 213 )
Category

Vintage 1930s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Set of Four Lucite Dining Chairs by Lion in Frost
By Lion in Frost
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four Lucite dining chairs by Lion in Frost Lucite and woven fabric seat depth 19".
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Lucite

Lucite and Beveled Glass Dining Table by Lion in Frost
By Lion in Frost
Located in Palm Springs, CA
designed by Lion in Frost in the 1980s. The glass top is 3/4” thick with a double beveled. The table is in
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Center Tables

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Lion in Frost Lucite Dining Chairs Signed Very Rare Set of 6
By Lion in Frost
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Very Rare Set of 6 1970s Lucite Dining Chairs Signed by Lion In
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Pair of Blue and White Royal Sphinx Delft Ginger Jars with Foo Dog Lids
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
chrysanthemums on an ivory ground. Each antique jar is surmounted by a domed lid topped with a whimsical Foo dog
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Qing Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Dragon Jar with Lid and Foo Dog Finial
Located in Yonkers, NY
lid crowned with a foo dog finial and flanked by lion-mask handles, this jar is steeped in traditional
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blonde Mahogany Tall Chest Dresser by Red Lion
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blonde Mahogany Tall Chest Dresser by Red Lion Chair Co with 6
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blonde Mahogany Long Dresser Credenza by Red Lion
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blonde Mahogany Long Dresser Credenza by Red Lion Chair Co with 8
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage American Lucite Coffee Table Base By Lion In Frost, Signed, 1970s
By Lion in Frost
Located in Bristol, GB
AMERICAN MID-CENTURY TABLE BASE Lion in Frost was one of six original high-end American furniture
Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lucite

Lion In Frost Signed Vintage Sculptural Lucite Brass Table Mid-Century Modern
By Lion in Frost
Located in Miami, FL
Palm Beach Regency Signed Lion In Frost Vintage Sculptural Butterfly Table. Features 2 thick
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Lion in Frost Travertine Marble Glass Swivel Top Coffee Cocktail Table
By Lion in Frost
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Cocktail Table by Lion in Frost Glass top swivels 360 degrees so it would work well with a large L
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Signed Butterfly Lucite Brass Glass Coffee Table by Lion in Frost
By Lion in Frost
Located in Lake Worth, FL
table by Lion in Frost Lion in Frost was a high-end furniture company founded by the American designer
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Lion in Frost Mid Century Lucite Swivel Bar Stools - Set of 3
By Lion in Frost
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Lion in Frost Mid Century Lucite Swivel Bar Stools - Set of 3 Each bar stool measures: 18 wide x
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Set of Six Lucite Upholstered Armchairs Attributed to Lion in Frost
By Lion in Frost
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of six Lucite newly upholstered armchairs unmarked but strongly attributed to Lion in Frost.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lucite

1920s Blue Foo Dog Chinese Tibetan Saddle/Horse Cover 2 x 4 Rug Antique Carpet
Located in New York, NY
. Central to each panel is a stylized, mythical creature—likely a Qilin or Foo Dog—rendered in cream and
Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Tibetan Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Lion in Frost Lucite and Brass Coffee Cocktail Table Vintage
By Lion in Frost
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage signed lion in frost coffee cocktail table with brass center. Glass top pictured is NOT
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Lion in Frost Mid-Century American Lucite Glacial Cocktail / Coffee Table Bases
By Lion in Frost
Located in Queens, NY
base being U-shaped and the shorter is V-shaped. (signed, LION IN FROST) Condition: Good; Wear
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lucite

Lion in Frost Marble Lucite Brass Desk Console Table 1970s Postmodern 1980s
By Lion in Frost
Located in London, GB
This striking glass top desk or table, manufactured by popular 1970s acrylics company Lion in Frost
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Lion in Frost Travertine and Glass Side Table with Lucite Column, 1970s
By Lion in Frost
Located in Miami, FL
Lion in Frost modern side or cocktail table with lower brass banding, travertine shelf and a
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Mahogany James Mont Style Nightstands by Red Lion - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Mahogany James Mont Style Blonde Nightstands by Red Lion a Pair. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lucite Butterfly Dining Table Lion in Frost Style
By Lion in Frost
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
. Attributed to Lion in Frost.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Lion in Frost Pair Lucite Brass Dining Chairs in Vinyl Upholstery, 1975
By Lion in Frost
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern pair of lion in frost lucite dining, office chairs or armchairs on casters with
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

1970s Vintage Lucite "Butterfly" Console Table Base Styled After Lion in Frost
By Lion in Frost
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage lucite console table base styled after Lion in Frost in the United States circa 1970s. This
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Asian Modern Solid Brass Foo Dog On Ginger Jar Table Lamp By Marbro
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a striking solid brass lamp by The Marbro Lamp Company that depicts a foo dog perched on a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lucite Butterfly Wing Glass Coffee Table Hollywood Regency after Lion in Frost
By Lion in Frost
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage clear Lucite butterfly form coffee or cocktail table in the manner of "Lion in Frost." Item
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Stunning Signed Lion in Frost "Iceberg" Acrylic Dining Table, U.S.A. 1970 s.
By Lion in Frost
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking and sculptural dining table designed and signed by Lion in Frost, U.S.A. 1970's. This
Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Acrylic

Pair of Blue and White Faience Royal Sphinx Delft Ginger Jars with Foo Dog Lids
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
chrysanthemums on an ivory ground. Each antique jar is surmounted by a domed lid topped with a whimsical Foo dog
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Jars

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Lion in Frost, Newly Upholstered Lavender Velvet, Lucite and Chrome Settee Bench
By Lion in Frost
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Hollywood Palm Beach Regency, Lucite and chrome Lion in Frost, signed and dated, 1979
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Settees

Materials

Chrome

Lion in Frost Style Lucite Iceberg Coffee, Cocktail Table Round Glass Top 1970
By Lion in Frost
Located in Miami, FL
In the style of Lion in Frost is this impressive large round iceberg coffee or cocktail table
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Lion In Frost Lucite And Travertine Swivel Top Side Tables 1970 s Modern
By Lion in Frost
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of 1970's modern Lion In Frost travertine lucite and swivel glass top side tables on
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Signed Lion In Frost Lucite and Brass Dining Table Base Hollywood Regency Leon
By Lion in Frost
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Signed Lion in Frost Lucite and brass dining table base Hollywood Regency Leon. this is sold as a
Category

20th Century North American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Signed Lion in Frost Lucite Dining Table With 4 Leather Lucite Chairs
By Lion in Frost
Located in North Miami, FL
This 1970s vintage signed Lion In Frost Lucite sculptural base dining table and original tufted
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Glass, Lucite

Unique Hand Made Art Deco Armchair by Lion Cachet
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing a Masterpiece of Art Deco Elegance: The One-of-a-Kind Lion Cachet Handcrafted Oak and
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Oak

Restored Mid-Century Modern 5-Drawer Tall Dresser by Red Lion in Sculpted Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
American-designed and made, this dresser features everything that makes mid-century modern furniture what it is: high quality American walnut construction, thoughtful and light desig...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Arts Crafts Art Nouveau Armchair by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, 1900s
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts Crafts Art Nouveau armchair. Design by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Macassar, Oak

Art Deco Jatoba Purple Velvet Lion Cachet Lounge Chairs
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Weesp, NL
stunning lounge chairs designed by C.A. Lion Cachet. Crafted with Jatoba frames and upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Ostrich Leather and Lucite Swivel Bar Stools by Lion in Frost, Signed
By Lion in Frost
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and signed by Lion in Frost.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Stools

Materials

Brass

Dutch Art Nouveau Amsterdamse School Armchair by Lion Cachet, 1925
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exquisite museum-quality Lion Cachet armchair, an opulent masterpiece meticulously crafted from the
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Rosewood

French Wrought Iron Cup Dogs or Andirons
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French wrought iron andirons with spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep drinks or soup warm. The style is Napoleon III. 20th century.
Category

20th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Dining Chairs by Red Lion Furniture Co.
Located in Weehawken, NJ
esteemed Red Lion Furniture Company. These sculptural chairs feature gently curved backrests and subtly
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Arts Crafts Art Nouveau Pedestal by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, 1907
By Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau pedestal. Design by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet
Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Pedestals

Materials

Leather, Macassar, Walnut

Antique Map of the Journey from Zhe-Hol in Tartary to Beijing and Hang-Tchoo Foo
Located in Langweer, NL
from thence by water to Hang-Tchoo-Foo in China'. Detailed map showing the route taken from Zhe-Hol in
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Maps

Materials

Paper

Mint Antique Imperial Chinese Ningxia Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs
Located in Milan, IT
drawn lion dogs, auspicious symbols of protection and power, flanking a lotus flower with tendrils
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Victorian Brass Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of Victorian brass andirons or fire dogs This very attractive pair of brass Andirons
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Antique Limestone Lion Crest or Plaque
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Dating from the 1850s, this carved limestone antique plaque depicts the head of a lion within hand
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Pair of Italian Ceramic Recumbent Dogs or Pugs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical pair of Italian pug sculptures with their quizzical expressions, resting on pillows and crafted in ceramic, decorated and glazed.
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Beautiful Tough Wrought Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons 17th century. Weight: 9 lbs / 4 kg. Upon request they can be made black / pewter. See all our antique fireplaces and fireplace accessories at 1stdibs by pressing ...
Category

Antique 17th Century French Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs Pair, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of fireplace andirons. Iron, 19th century. Pair of andirons for chimney made of iron formed by a horizontal piece to be placed under the firewood and another part at the decora...
Category

Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Iron

Handmade Small Black Marquina Marble Cats or Dogs Bowl
By Fiammetta V.
Located in Carrara, IT
Black Marquina marble bowl for cats and dogs, made in Italy, Carrara. Size small. Each piece is in
Category

2010s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

19th Century Chinese Peking Rug in Ivory with Lion Dogs Auspicious Symbols
Located in Barrington, IL
the composition is a large medallion adorned with lion dogs, traditional guardians in Chinese culture
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Classical Victorian Cast Iron Urn Planter Probably Fisk or Mott with Handles
By Fiske Or Mott
Located in New York, NY
Victorian cast iron urn planter with dramatic handles. The urn has beautiful original patinated finish. Diameter with handles 32 x 12 interior D x 20 D w/o handles x 26 H to top of b...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Urns

Materials

Iron

Heavy Pair of Victorian Brass Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A heavy pair of Victorian brass andirons or fire dogs This very attractive pair of brass
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Adam Style Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Sturdy Pair of Victorian Brass Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A sturdy pair of Victorian brass andirons or fire dogs This very attractive pair of brass
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Adam Style Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Sturdy Pair of Victorian Brass Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A sturdy pair of Victorian brass andirons or fire dogs This very attractive pair of brass
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

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Foo Lions Or Foo Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of foo lions or foo dogs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct foo lions or foo dogs — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Find 39948 antique and vintage foo lions or foo dogs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2694 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Foo lions or foo dogs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Foo lions or foo dogs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Andrianna Shamaris, Paul McCobb and Glashütte Limburg each produced beautiful foo lions or foo dogs that are worth considering.

How Much are Foo Lions Or Foo Dogs?

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Questions About Foo Lions Or Foo Dogs
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditional 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What 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.
  • 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.