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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 Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition
19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

H 5.91 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in
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

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer
19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

H 5.91 in W 4.73 in D 2.76 in
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

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

H 38 in W 14 in D 16 in
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 Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues
Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

H 42.13 in W 16.15 in D 33.47 in
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

Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions
Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions

Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions

H 10 in W 5.38 in D 7.13 in
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

Chinese Foo Dogs
Chinese Foo Dogs

Chinese Foo Dogs

H 22 in W 22 in D 14 in
Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair Chinese guardian
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair
Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair

H 24 in W 11 in D 15.5 in
Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18
Located in New York, NY
the lion in imperial China. Chinese guardian lions are sometimes referred to in English as shishi
Category

Antique 1870s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18
Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18

Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18

W 153.94 in L 210.24 in
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Located in Atlanta, GA
guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament, but the
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

H 4 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in
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

H 10 in W 12 in D 5 in
Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Located in Katonah, NY
Background of Chinese Temple Lions: Chinese guardian lions are a traditional Chinese ornament. The concept
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century

Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century

H 17 in W 16 in D 6.5 in
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers
Located in Norwood, NJ
from the open mouths when in use. Chinese guardian lions. Lions have long been associated with
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

H 16 in W 15 in D 8 in
Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6
Located in New York, NY
symbolism of Foo Dogs, also known as Chinese Guardian Lions or Imperial Guardian Lions, originated in
Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6
Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6

Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6

W 51.19 in L 72.84 in
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

H 32.29 in Dm 6.3 in
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Located in Roma, IT
conditions Chinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in
Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
called foo dogs or fu dogs. Foo dogs were originally displayed outdoors. These Chinese guardian lions
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp
Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp

Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp

H 16.75 in W 6 in D 4.5 in
Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
History The symbolism of Foo Dogs, also known as Chinese Guardian Lions or Imperial Guardian Lions
Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry
Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry

Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry

W 36.62 in L 59.85 in
1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Marbella, ES
with vibrant colors and gold details. These sculptures represent Chinese guardian lions, symbols of
Category

Late 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs
1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs

1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs

H 12.6 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in
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

H 66.54 in W 17.92 in D 13 in
Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved Chinese Foo Dog Cigar, cigarette, 420 Ashtray, or Incense Burner - Chinese Guardian Lion. A
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ashtrays

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray
Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray

Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray

H 8.5 in W 3.5 in D 7 in
Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese
Located in Nicolosi, IT
lamps features a striking design inspired by the legendary Chinese guardian lions, symbolizing
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese
Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese

H 24.41 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs
Located in Lomita, CA
. The lid of the jar features a foo dog, also known as a "Chinese guardian lion" or "lion of Buddha
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs
1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs

1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs

H 23 in W 13 in D 13 in
Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions
Located in Norwood, NJ
Pair of hand carved Chinese Jade hardstone Foo Lions or Fu Dogs. This pair of Chinese spinach jade
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions
Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

H 10 in W 5.5 in D 3 in
Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A Chinese soapstone guardian lion, 19th century. 5 ½ inches wide by 2 ½ inches deep by 4 ½ inches
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century
Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

H 4.5 in W 5.5 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Located in Chicago, IL
gatekeepers seen throughout China and elsewhere in Asia. Traditional symbols of protection, they are made from
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

H 32 in W 43 in D 13 in
Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion
Located in Sheffield, MA
The features of this stone Foo lion has been softened by being exposed to the elements for many
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Archaistic Statues

Materials

Stone

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion
Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

H 19.5 in W 10.5 in D 19 in
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

H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Located in South Burlington, VT
A Chinese hand carved and hand painted wooden effigy of a fantastic Bixie dating to before Song
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

H 6 in W 15 in D 8 in
A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
jade green lappets centred by gilt shisa (the Japanese variant of Chinese guardian lions), the central
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century
A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

H 9.85 in Dm 7.49 in
Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures
Located in 景德镇市, CN
The Vintage Chinese boxwood Carving of Auspicious Sitting Lions Pair is a remarkable example of
Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures
Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures

Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures

H 3.75 in W 3.35 in D 1.58 in
Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of limestone fu lion-dogs once protected a grand courtyard home in 19th-century China
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800
Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

H 21.5 in W 7 in D 24 in
Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent pair of large antique Chinese porcelain temple Guardian Lions - Foo Dogs. The near
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair
Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

H 20 in W 8 in D 8.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians
Located in Chicago, IL
guarded the entrance to one of provincial China's grand homes. One peers up and the other down, both
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

H 29 in W 13 in D 14 in
Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
headrest features a guardian lion in pursuit of an embroidered ball, a symbol of love and loyalty. A
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850
Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850

Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850

H 4.75 in W 5.25 in D 2.25 in
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of intricately carved limestone fu lions once protected the entry of a grand courtyard
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

H 32 in W 14 in D 22 in
Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century
Located in Richmond, CA
This exquisite pair of celadon jade guardian lions hails from the early Republic of China period, a
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century
Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century

Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century

H 3.55 in W 1.97 in D 2.76 in
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures
Located in Forney, TX
Guardian Lion / Foo Dog, in a deep rich dark green glaze, pewter silver-tone and heavily weathered patina
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Architectural Elements

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures
Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures

Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Glazed Terracotta Guardian Lion Roof Tile Figures

H 15.25 in W 5.75 in D 10.5 in
Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese sculpted and polychromed temple guardian lions architectural wood carvings. Born
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions

H 8 in W 23 in D 4 in
Chinese Lidded Altar Vase with Green Celadon Glaze and Guardian Lion Motif
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese altar lidded vase from the mid 20th century with green celadon glaze, guardian
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Lidded Altar Vase with Green Celadon Glaze and Guardian Lion Motif
Chinese Lidded Altar Vase with Green Celadon Glaze and Guardian Lion Motif

Chinese Lidded Altar Vase with Green Celadon Glaze and Guardian Lion Motif

H 23 in Dm 11 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period carved stone foo dog guardian lion from the 19th century, on square
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Statues

Materials

Stone

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture

H 18 in W 18 in D 10 in
Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
derived from Chinese guardian lions—that resembles a cross between a lion and a dog. Shisa are wards
Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Gold

Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940
Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940

Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940

H 34.5 in W 14.88 in D 14.88 in
Pair of Guardian Lions / Fo Dogs / Shizi, White Ceramic, China, Qing Era, 19th
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Rare pair of Important Guardian Lions / Fo Dogs / Shizi in ceramic with cracked white enamel
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Pair of Guardian Lions / Fo Dogs / Shizi, White Ceramic, China, Qing Era, 19th
Pair of Guardian Lions / Fo Dogs / Shizi, White Ceramic, China, Qing Era, 19th

Pair of Guardian Lions / Fo Dogs / Shizi, White Ceramic, China, Qing Era, 19th

H 19.69 in W 7.88 in D 8.67 in
Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif
Located in New York, NY
rectangular body crowned with a hand carved guardian lion (a Chinese leitmotif) and accompanying pup, climbing
Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Jade

Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif
Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif

Art Deco Gray Stone Chinese Stamp with Hand Carved Guardian Lion Motif

H 3.5 in W 1.25 in D 1.25 in
Vintage Magnificent Large Pair of Cast Bronze Medici Lions Late 20th Century
Located in London, GB
. The form of the traditional Chinese guardian lions became standardized during the Ming dynasty to
Category

Vintage 1970s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Magnificent Large Pair of Cast Bronze Medici Lions Late 20th Century
Vintage Magnificent Large Pair of Cast Bronze Medici Lions Late 20th Century

Vintage Magnificent Large Pair of Cast Bronze Medici Lions Late 20th Century

H 37.8 in W 16.93 in D 37.41 in
Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese red lacquer blanket chest with gilded bat, guardian lions and cloud motifs
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs
Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

H 14 in W 31.5 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
Pair of vintage Chinese pewter guardian lions, in fierce sitting pose, with copper accents for
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c
Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c

H 18 in W 8 in D 12 in
Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
emphasizes the authority of the king. Guardian lions such as these were known to flank the entryways of Khmer
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Southeast Asian Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850
Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850

Pair of Polychrome Khmer Guardian Lions, c. 1850

H 54 in W 24 in D 37.5 in
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
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

H 20 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair rare and fine ceramic with san-cai guardian lions, lively modeled with intricate details
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions
A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions

A Pair Of Rare And Fine Ceramic San-cai Guardian Lions

H 18 in W 16 in D 6 in
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Daybed with Bamboo Seat and Guardian Lions
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood daybed from the 19th century, with carved foo dog guardian
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds

Materials

Bamboo, Elm

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Daybed with Bamboo Seat and Guardian Lions
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Daybed with Bamboo Seat and Guardian Lions

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Daybed with Bamboo Seat and Guardian Lions

H 27.5 in W 79.5 in D 30.5 in
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

H 37.01 in W 13.78 in D 31.5 in
19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Panel with Cloud Motifs and Guardian Lion
Located in Yonkers, NY
motifs and guardian lion. Hand-carved during the 19th century, this Qing dynasty wooden architectural
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Panel with Cloud Motifs and Guardian Lion
19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Panel with Cloud Motifs and Guardian Lion

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Panel with Cloud Motifs and Guardian Lion

H 78.5 in W 11.5 in D 2.5 in
Vintage Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilded Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese red lacquer blanket chest with gilded bat, guardian lions and cloud motifs. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Vintage Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilded Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs
Vintage Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilded Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

Vintage Red Lacquer Blanket Chest with Gilded Bat, Guardian Lion, Cloud Motifs

H 16 in W 34.25 in D 22.25 in
Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Two Chinese wood Foo Dogs Incense holder burners. Featuring a pair of highly detailed lion foo
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder

Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder

H 7.5 in W 6 in D 5 in
Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions
Located in New York, NY
Pair highly stylized large Chinese or Japanese carved wooden guardian lions (fu lions or foo dogs
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions
Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions

H 29 in W 27 in D 14 in
Pair Qing Dynasty Carved Fluorite Lions of Fo
Located in London, by appointment only
guardian Lions, are a traditional Chinese palatial architectural ornament, but the origins lie deep in much
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Pair Qing Dynasty Carved Fluorite Lions of Fo
Pair Qing Dynasty Carved Fluorite Lions of Fo

Pair Qing Dynasty Carved Fluorite Lions of Fo

H 4.5 in W 2.85 in D 2.15 in
Vintage Iron Auspicious Lions Sitting on Drums Statues Pair
Located in 景德镇市, CN
significant pair that reflects traditional Chinese art and symbolism. In Chinese culture, guardian lions
Category

Antique 19th Century Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Vintage Iron Auspicious Lions Sitting on Drums Statues Pair
Vintage Iron Auspicious Lions Sitting on Drums Statues Pair

Vintage Iron Auspicious Lions Sitting on Drums Statues Pair

H 4.34 in W 2.56 in D 2.56 in
A Chinese Marble Butterfly-Shaped Marble Altar Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese cultural scenery and guardian lions. Our eyes are drawn to the carved spandrels that decorate the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Console Tables

Materials

Marble

A Chinese Marble Butterfly-Shaped Marble Altar Table
A Chinese Marble Butterfly-Shaped Marble Altar Table

A Chinese Marble Butterfly-Shaped Marble Altar Table

H 23 in W 47 in D 14 in
19cm Vintage Porcelain Ru Kiln Celadon Asian Lions Sculptures Pair
Located in 景德镇市, CN
, representing strength, protection, and prosperity in traditional Chinese culture. These finely crafted guardian
Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

19cm Vintage Porcelain Ru Kiln Celadon Asian Lions Sculptures Pair
19cm Vintage Porcelain Ru Kiln Celadon Asian Lions Sculptures Pair

19cm Vintage Porcelain Ru Kiln Celadon Asian Lions Sculptures Pair

H 5.75 in W 3.75 in D 7.49 in
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

H 16.5 in W 18 in D 6.5 in
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Chinese Guardian Lion For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Chinese guardian lion for your home. Each Chinese guardian lion for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, ceramic and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Chinese guardian lion, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Chinese guardian lion bearing Art Deco hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Chinese Guardian Lion?

A Chinese guardian lion can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,000, while the lowest priced sells for $229 and the highest can go for as much as $180,000.
Questions About Chinese Guardian Lion
  • 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.