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Place of Origin: Chinese
Pair of Decorative Turquoise Blue Foo Dogs Sculptures, Ceramic Statue
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A very nice pair of vintage, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1980s. Excellent condition and patina; makes a fun decor item in any room! Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Aus...
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1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Duck Figurine Figure Couple Blue Chinese Porcelain
Located in Poperinge, BE
A charming pair of figurines of an Indian runner duck, also known as a bottle duck, made of turquoise and purple glazed Chinese porcelain, 20th century, unmarked. These beautiful du...
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Blue Foo Lion Dog Decorative Object, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A single Lion Foo dog ceramic decorative object, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, China. This Lion Foo Dog is a beautiful turquoise blue. A great statement piece/decorative object for ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair of Antique Chinese Han Dynasty Pottery Red Horse Head Funerary Tomb Figures
Located in Forney, TX
A 2000 year old pair of similarly styled antique Chinese pottery horse heads dating to the Han dynasty (206 BC-AD 220) Large authentic painted grey clay terracotta sculptural tomb objects, one with red pigment, one with red over white slip decoration, both crisply molded, carved and detailed. These finely carved horse head funerary figures feature excellent attention to detail and realistic characteristics, moldeled with an upright mane, the wooden ears missing, likely long deteriorated, a normal and expected feature considering the age. The Han Dynasty horse head...
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15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

Vintage Ceramic Elephant Sculpture by Jonathan Adler
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical vintage ceramic elephant sculpture with trunk up by Jonathan Adler, circa 2000s. The piece is in very good condition and measure 4.75"W 4.75"D x 8"H. Cool piece! #4503
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Decorative Turquoise Blue Ceramic Foo Dogs Sculptures
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A very nice pair of vintage, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1980s. Excellent condition and patina; makes a fun decor item in any room! Size given in...
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1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Shisa Foo Dog Figurines, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Shisa Polychromed Glazed Foo Dogs, also known as Fu dogs. Statues are traditional Chinese guardians, representing protection, wealth, and good fort...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs Large, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of turquoise glazed porcelain foo dogs. Large size and beautiful details. Add some classic Asian style and amazing color to your home.
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1950s Other Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Turquoise Glazed Parrots Chinese Porcelain 30cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Rare pair of parrot or cockatoo figurines, made of blue or turquoise and purple glazed Chinese porcelain, circa the first half of the 20th century. Marked on the bottom with the make...
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1920s Chinoiserie Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Savannah, GA
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...
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1890s Qing Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 4 Chinese Animal Figurines in Jade and Onyx – Elephants, Lion Dog, 20th
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Set of 4 Chinese Animal Figurines in Jade and Onyx – Elephants, Lion & Dog, 20th Century Description: This refined set of four animal figurines, crafted in China during the 20th century, showcases the elegance of natural stone carving and the timeless symbolism of animals in decorative art. The ensemble includes a pair of jade elephants, a reclining lion in jade, and a seated dog in onyx, each carved with delicate detail and smooth finishes. Perfect for display in a cabinet, on a console, or as part of a themed vignette, these figurines bring a sense of serenity, strength, and tradition to any interior. Key features include: Natural Stone Materials: The pair of elephants and the lion are carved from jade, known for its symbolic value and subtle translucence. The seated dog is carved from onyx, offering a contrasting tone and texture with its elegant veining and natural luster. Symbolic Animal Forms: Elephants symbolize wisdom, memory, and good fortune, especially when displayed as a pair. The lion conveys strength, protection, and calm authority. The dog represents loyalty, guardianship, and companionship. Chinese 20th-Century Craftsmanship: All four pieces reflect traditional Chinese stone-carving techniques, combining refined form with smooth, tactile surfaces. Versatile Decorative Use: Whether placed in a display case, on a desk, shelf, or altar, these figurines serve as both decorative accents and subtle symbols of balance and harmony. Curated Collector’s Set: The combination of two materials and four distinct animals makes this set ideal for collectors of Asian art, animal figures, or natural stone miniatures. This set of four jade and onyx animal figurines...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Jade, Onyx

1960s Mother Guardian Foo Dog Pair
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Exceptionally avant garde style approaching surrealist, bulging eyes and rich hued glazes; extremely rare to find as a pair, meant to be tile-roof finials. Breath taking and large ...
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1960s Ming Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Monumental Chinese Green Glazed Koi
Located in Chicago, IL
A visual pun for "abundance," this monumental ceramic fish sculpture brings an abundance of blessings, wealth and marital bliss. The terracotta statue depicts a large koi, or carp, j...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

18th Century Wooden Phoenix Bird
Located in Kastrup, DK
Decorative 18th century wooden phoenix bird with polychrome lacquer. From Henan Province, China. Untouched original condition. Measures: Height bird 22....
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Mid-18th Century Qing Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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 of a hardstone, hand carved with fine detail and polished, dating to the mid 20th c...
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Mid-20th Century Qing Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Large Early Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Model of a Prancing Horse, TL Tested
Located in Austin, TX
A magnificent and large early Tang dynasty (618-906 AD) model of a prancing or dancing horse, circa 7th century. The majestic animal is caught mid-motion, one leg raised, head grace...
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15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Carved Bone Crab
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Remarkable crab sculpture crafted in carved bone with surprising accuracy and lots of moving parts.
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20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bone

Carved Bone Crab
Carved Bone Crab
$1,200 / item
Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird. Very rare early Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta sourced from our Paris Offices at Chateau de Vitray. Beautiful blue tone glazing.
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Late 17th Century Ming Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Han Dynasty Pottery Horses and Equestrian Riders
Located in Dallas, TX
A wonderful pair of Ex Sotheby’s painted Polychrome Equestrian Horse and Riders made from gray pottery, Presents beautifully and guaranteed authentic with provenance and COA. Measures: Height 11.5 inches and width 11 inches Condition: Possible professional restorations but not detectable. Provenance: Sotheby’s London. 16th November, 1999. Lot 12 (2 of 4 horses in that lot). Sotheby’s New York, NY September 14, 2019. The importance of the horse in the history and culture of China can be viewed, in part, through the artistic legacy of this great civilization. In sculpture, painting, and literature, horses were glorified and revered. Horses were believed to be related to mythological dragons, reflecting their sacred status within society. During the unification of China under the Han Dynasty, bands of mounted nomadic warriors from the north threatened the country. In order to thwart their attacks, the Chinese sought to import stronger, faster steeds from Central Asia (as opposed to the Mongol ponies used by the invaders), eventually leading to the creation of the Silk Road. This small sculpture of a mounted soldier reveals the crucial military role of the horse. When compared to the diminutive stature of the rider, the importance of the horse becomes readily apparent. This creature provided security and strength, allowing the Empire to secure its borders and expand its influences across Central Asia. The magnificent regalia of the horse, including a brilliantly painted saddle in red and green/gold, reflect the respect this animal received. The warrior as well is gorgeously decorated with a painted red tunic and gray chest...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Exquisite Han Dynasty Ceramic Horse
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Own a tangible piece of history with this captivating antique ceramic horse, a relic , probably from the illustrious Han Dynasty , This beautifully restored artefact offers a uniqu...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

1940s Chinese Pair Foo Dog Glazed Ceramic Sculpture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a pair of antique chinese figurines Foo Dog sculpture green glaze ceramic. Dimensions: 8" H x 3.75" W x 6.5" D Ple...
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1940s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Bronze Verdigris Chinese T’ang Horse Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous bronze verdigris Chinese T’ang horse sculpture, circa 1970s. Modeled after an actual horse discovered during the "Tang Dynasty" period, 618-906 A.D., the sculpture is in ver...
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Mid-20th Century Tang Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Late Ming Era Documented Glazed Pottery Horse
Located in Kastrup, DK
An elegant Chinese Ming dynasty pottery figurine depicting a horse in a standing pose with polychrome finish (aubergine, light brown and g...
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17th Century Ming Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Carnelian Agate Fu Dog Incense Burner Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Well crafted Chinese carved amber agate carnelian censer incense burner with lidded fu dog lion final.
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20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Agate

Sui or Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Armored Horse And Rider
Located in Dallas, TX
Sui or Qi Dynasty Painted Pottery Armored Horse and Warrior Sui Dynasty (581-618) Height: 11 Inches x 10.5 Wide x 4.25 Deep Provenance: Weisbrod Chinese Art, Ltd., New York Conditi...
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15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Hand Carved Green Soapstone Bookends with Pheasant imagery Chinoiserie
Located in San Diego, CA
Finely carved vintage soapstone bookends. Figures of pheasants beautifully and gracefully carved in these bookends present imagery that moves with th...
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1960s Chinoiserie Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Hand-Carved Chinese Rose Quartz Ox on Custom Hardwood Stand
Located in Lomita, CA
Hand-Carved Chinese Rose Quartz Ox on Custom Hardwood Stand Description: This finely carved rose quartz ox is a striking example of Chinese stone artistry, believed to date from the...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Vintage Chinoiserie Porcelain Saddled Horse Figurine Blue and White 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Highly detailed vintage figurine of a saddled horse in motion is hand decorated with abstract flower motifs; the decor is done in traditional blue and white palette. The heavy, sub...
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese bronze Foo dogs, 19th century.
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19th Century Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Northern Qi Dynasty Pottery Model of an Ox and Cart
Located in Austin, TX
A fine pottery model of an ox and cart, Northern Qi Dynasty (550 - 577 AD), China. Realistically molded, the ox displays wonderful musculature and elemen...
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Acrylic

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonne Birds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty pair of Chinese birds handcrafted in brass and decorated in cloisonne with floral and symbolic designs on an alluring blue background, featuring brass stylized tail feathers de...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair of Rose Quartz Chinese Guardian Foo Dogs, Fu Lions
Located in Lomita, CA
These noble beasts are often placed near the entrance of a home for fierce protection. The pair of hand-carved rose quartz foo dogs (also known as guardian lions) exudes protective s...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Quartz

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné War Horse Sculptures on Mahogany Base - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Chinese Cloisonné War Horse Sculptures on Mahogany Base - Pair Exquisite Set of 2 vintage Chinese Cloisonne' war horse sculptures on maho...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Vintage Bronze Asian Horse Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Elevate your home decoration with this this Stunning of vintage Dynasty style horse. Standing as a testament to intricate craftsmanship, A superb piece of folk art, featuring elegant...
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20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Lifesize Vintage Green and Blue Glazed Ceramic Heron Bird Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese ceramic life size heron bird sculpture from the Mid-20th Century, with green glaze, blue accents and textured base. We have more ceramic heron sculptures available ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Chinese Bronze Foo Dog Sculpture with good detail, Qing 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
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...
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19th Century Qing Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Birds or Quails
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of life size Chinese cloisonné or enamel on copper birds decorated with elaborate floral designs, having brass crests, beaks, and feet and removable wings.
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20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of extraordinary 26" wide, 63 lb, heavy cast bronze Foo Dog lions. Each modeled on its side with large turned head with open jaw, bulging eyes and curly eyebrows, framed by a tightly curled mane. One lion...
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20th Century Qing Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb
Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb
$3,775 Sale Price / set
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Ceramic Chinese Ox
Located in Houston, TX
Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramic Ox sculpture featuring a well-detailed combed and slightly textured finish and decorated in an opaque, matt glaze...
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20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Chinese Ceramic Polychrome Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs from China, circa 1950s. Great detail with each dog holding a coin medallion in its mouth and a beautiful color combinati...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Chinese Ceramic Tang San Cai (Tri Color)Horse
Located in Pomona, CA
A large vintage Tang style Sancai glazed terracotta horse. This exquisite piece features a striking green and brown color glazed finish, infusing it with ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Chinese Foo Dog Hand Carved Bamboo Gilded, 19th Century Qing
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Chinese hand carved bamboo Foo or Lion Dog, sometimes called a temple lion that we date to the 19th Century Qing period. T...
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19th Century Qing Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bamboo

Chinese Hand-Cut Tessellated Bone Veneered Geese, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Pair of Chinese Tessellated Bone Veneered Geese Sculptures with hand-cut bone veneer arranged in overlapping feather-like scales. Each goose features a gracefully elongated neck an...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bone

Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Recumbent Cat, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
With underglaze blue fish as decoration.
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Early 1900s Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 20th Century Life Size Pink Striated Marble Baby Giraffes
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary pair of life-size striated salmon pink marble baby giraffe calves have been hand-carved. Both sculptures were diligently carved from a single slab of marble. The s...
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20th Century Modern Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic pair of large Chinese tileworks sancai glazed Buddhistic lions and attendants, late Ming Dynasty, first half of the 17th century, Shanxi, China. Presented on custom 20th century wood and lacquer table-form stands. This pair of lions and attendants portray Buddhist lions...
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Mid-17th Century Ming Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dog Temple Lion
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Single decorative vintage Japanese Kutani porcelain ShiShi Temple Lion Foo Dog Statue. Expertly crafted and painted. Both stamped and labeled in the underside. The Shishi, or lion-...
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1970s Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Blanc and Cinnamon Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of unusual Cinnamon an Blanc glazed porcelain Foo Dogs . Both holding the Earth in reverse of each other. Add some Asian Style to your Design Project.
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1940s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary Chinese Glass Fish Aquarium in the style of Glass Studio Murano
Located in London, England
An incredibly detailed glass aquarium with three striped fish with orange tails and fins. The multicoloured shells and coral sit at the bottom of the aquarium and shimmer from the s...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Chinese Kneeling Stone Rams, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
These impressive stone garden statues are hand-carved of solid limestone to the form of two reclining rams. As motifs in Chinese art, rams and sheep represent the breath of light and...
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Early 20th Century Qing Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Tigers
Located in Houston, TX
A stunning pair of late 20th century life-size Chinese cloisonné tigers from the Baron Estate. In Chinese symbolism, these tigers represents the ma...
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Northern Wei To Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Horse And Rider
Located in Dallas, TX
Chinese Tomb Painted Pottery Horse with Soldier Northern Wei to Tang Dynasty (386-534) Height 12.75 Inches x 11 Wide x 3.75 Deep Provenance: Weisbrod Chinese Art, Ltd., New York Co...
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15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Chinese Export Porcelain Celadon Glazed Ducks, Set of 3, 1970 s, China
Located in Austin, TX
An absolutely delightful vintage set of three Chinese export porcelain celadon glazed models of ducks, circa 1970's, China. The three ducks all portrayed in a similar fashion, stan...
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1970s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Han Dynasty Pottery Horse Head
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese Han Dynasty Pottery Horse Head. Crisply modelled with sharp features, including a gaping mouth, nostrils, eyes, ears and an alert exp...
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15th Century and Earlier Han Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Early Qing Pair Blanc de Chine Porcelain Hawk Figures
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
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...
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18th Century Qing Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Antique Chinese Stoneware Shar Pei Puppy Figures with Sancai Glaze Ca. 1860
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of small Chinese stoneware puppy figures, made circa 1860, combines the natural warmth and charm of the Shar Pei with the soft, flowing beauty of sa...
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Mid-19th Century Qing Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Crouching Hunting Ceramic Cat Figurine, Hand-painted
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage porcelain or ceramic figurine depicts a cat in a crouching position, hunting and ready to pounce on its prey. The white and dark grey cat fur is accentuated with bright blue ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Early 20th century large cloisonne enamel elephant
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century large Chinese cloisonne enamel elephant on stand circa 1900. A real rare decorative piece. Profusely enamelled, modelled carrying a saddle and flaming finial.  I...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty period (1368 - 1644) hand-carved stone Foo Dog guardian lion sculpture depicting a male placing his paw atop a ball. Created in Ch...
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17th Century Ming Antique Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Vintage Chinese Porcelain Turquoise Foo Dog Figurines - a Pair
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent pair of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Lion Statuary are hand made and hand carved in Museum quality. According to historical books, lions were introduced into Mai...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain