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What are Chinese guardian lions called?
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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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition
Located in Kramfors, SE
Chinese guardian lions in original condition. The lions are made from wood and were handmade
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this stunning pair of statues representing Chinese guardian lions, also known
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Qing-dynasty home in China’s Shanxi province. One has a pearl under its foot, and the other has a lion
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
$13,880 / set
Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
In Asian culture, the lion-like guardian lion or foo dog is a symbol of protection and guardianship
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Sandstone
Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions
Located in Essex, MA
Brightly painted with a male and female foo dog or Buddhistic lion one holding a ball for the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, often called "Foo Dogs." Chinese Guardian Lions are
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Statues
Materials
Limestone
$5,070