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Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
dogs. These mythical Buddhist temple dogs, also known as "foo dogs" or "lion dogs," are beautifully
Category

Antique 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs
Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs

Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs

H 13 in W 10 in D 7 in
19th Century Handmade Chinese Ceramic Stool
Located in Southall, GB
piece would be unique with varied brushstrokes and details. Featured Temple Dogs (Foo Dogs or Lion
Category

Antique 19th Century Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Handmade Chinese Ceramic Stool
19th Century Handmade Chinese Ceramic Stool

19th Century Handmade Chinese Ceramic Stool

H 21.26 in Dm 15.36 in
Tibetan late 19th Century Carved Wood Lion Head Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
original paint. The sculpture has been mounted on a black metal support. These Tibetan temple dogs are
Category

Antique 1880s Tibetan Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Tibetan late 19th Century Carved Wood Lion Head Sculpture
Tibetan late 19th Century Carved Wood Lion Head Sculpture

Tibetan late 19th Century Carved Wood Lion Head Sculpture

H 21.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Hand Carved Teak Temple Guards, Foo Dogs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of intricately hand carved Teak temple guard dogs. Foo dogs are symbolic, protective statues
Category

20th Century Thai Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Hand Carved Teak Temple Guards, Foo Dogs
Hand Carved Teak Temple Guards, Foo Dogs

Hand Carved Teak Temple Guards, Foo Dogs

H 13.5 in W 4 in D 8 in
Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.
Located in Stamford, CT
A magnificent pair of bronze Singha Temple Lions, a Thai mythical creature in the form of a lion
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.
Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.

Large Pair of Bronze Singha Temple Lions, Foo Dogs.

H 36 in W 15 in D 20 in
Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular pair of Chinese Buddhist guardian temple foo dogs or foo lions intricately crafted from
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

H 11 in W 11 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Large Scale Carved Stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
a pair of large scale, well carved stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions, these are carved out of
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Pair of Large Scale Carved Stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Pair of Large Scale Carved Stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Pair of Large Scale Carved Stone Chinese Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

H 32 in W 27 in D 16 in
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece, they are made from soapstone. This type of sculpture typically depicts two guardi...
Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures

H 7.25 in W 3.75 in D 2.38 in
Red Chinese Temple Doors Lacquered Architectural Panels With Foo Dogs Wall Art
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Removed Antique Asian Cabinet Doors. Heavily worn corners and edges, missing finish. One door has only a single hinge remaining. W 14 5/8 x H 26 5/8 x D 2 in.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Elm

Red Chinese Temple Doors Lacquered Architectural Panels With Foo Dogs Wall Art
Red Chinese Temple Doors Lacquered Architectural Panels With Foo Dogs Wall Art

Red Chinese Temple Doors Lacquered Architectural Panels With Foo Dogs Wall Art

H 26.63 in W 14.63 in D 2 in
Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic & Iron Temple Jars with Foo Dogs by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular pair of hand painted ceramic temple jars with iron foo dog finials and bases by
Category

20th Century Thai Ceramics

Materials

Iron

Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic & Iron Temple Jars with Foo Dogs by Maitland Smith
Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic & Iron Temple Jars with Foo Dogs by Maitland Smith

Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic & Iron Temple Jars with Foo Dogs by Maitland Smith

H 16 in Dm 8 in
Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Pho Dogs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
, Buddhism, Buddhistic Lions, Animalier, Foo Dogs, Temple Guardians, Terracotta, Pottery, Ceramics
Category

20th Century Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Pho Dogs, Pair
Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Pho Dogs, Pair

Chinese Sancai Glazed Ceramic Pho Dogs, Pair

H 23.5 in W 10 in D 12 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 Large Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Metal with good detail, Circa 1920s
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a very good Large pair of Chinese foo or lion dogs on plinth's, sometimes called temple
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Metal

PAIR of Large Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Metal with good detail, Circa 1920s
PAIR of Large Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Metal with good detail, Circa 1920s

PAIR of Large Chinese Foo Dogs Gilded Metal with good detail, Circa 1920s

H 11.8 in W 8.1 in D 5.1 in
Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
reserve. Japan an early and superb pair (2) of mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs also known as Komainu
Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century
Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

H 29 in W 25 in D 12 in
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
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Stone

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940
Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs Hand Carved Hardstone Good Colour and Detail, Ca 1940

H 4.38 in W 2.63 in D 2 in
Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues
Located in Palm Springs, CA
guarding the entrances of temples, shrines, and palaces. Foo dogs are mythical lion-like animals that are
Category

Vintage 1940s Thai Bohemian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wool

Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues
Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues

Pair of Rare Life Size Vintage Thai Carved Wood Singha Guardian Dog Statues

H 50 in W 20 in D 33 in
Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp of Large Size
Located in Fresno, CA
formed as stylized temple dogs, over an ovoid body. Now drilled and mounted as a table lamp. The front
Category

Vintage 1910s Chinese Table Lamps

Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp of Large Size
Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp of Large Size

Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp of Large Size

H 24 in Dm 10 in
19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs
Located in East Hampton, NY
Pair of mid-19th century Qing dynasty carved walnut Shanxi temple foo dogs.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs
19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs

19th Century Qing Dynasty Carved Temple Foo Dogs

H 19 in W 31 in D 10 in
Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue
Located in Potters Bar, Herts
Stunning pair of bronze Chinese foo dogs. Large pair at almost four feet tall. In ancient Chinese
Category

1990s Animal Sculptures

Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue
Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue

Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue

H 42 in W 20 in D 33 in
Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue, China
Located in Potters Bar, Herts
Stunning pair of bronze Chinese foo dogs. Large pair at almost four feet tall. In ancient Chinese
Category

Vintage 1980s Chinese Statues

Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue, China
Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue, China

Pair of Extra Large Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs Keiloon Fu Temple Statue, China

H 42 in W 20 in D 33 in
Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Pair of stylised temple lions or Foo dogs on plinths. The wooden plinths are covered in flocked
Category

20th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century
Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

Unusual Chinese Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs, 20th Century

H 37.8 in W 13 in D 14.97 in
Chinese Pair of Polychromed Stone Fu Dogs from the Ming Dynasty
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
guard outside of Buddhist temples, by the time of the Ming dynasty, when this work was created, the dogs
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Chinese Pair of Polychromed Stone Fu Dogs from the Ming Dynasty
Chinese Pair of Polychromed Stone Fu Dogs from the Ming Dynasty

Chinese Pair of Polychromed Stone Fu Dogs from the Ming Dynasty

H 15.25 in W 8.6 in D 10.5 in
Antique Vintage Chinese Yin Yang Meditation Lotus Ningxia Temple Runner Area Ru
Located in Seeshaupt, DE
rows in a Buddhist temple. Two pairs playing fo-dogs on a field of scrolling lotus flowers and vines
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Vintage Chinese Yin Yang Meditation Lotus Ningxia Temple Runner Area Ru
Antique Vintage Chinese Yin Yang Meditation Lotus Ningxia Temple Runner Area Ru

Antique Vintage Chinese Yin Yang Meditation Lotus Ningxia Temple Runner Area Ru

W 29.53 in L 66.93 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquer Display Cabinet
Located in Seeshaupt, DE
pillars are carved temple lions (fo-dogs), which typically sit outside a temple as guardians. This
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Elm

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquer Display Cabinet
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquer Display Cabinet

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquer Display Cabinet

H 72.45 in W 37.01 in D 20.48 in
A Pair of Monumental and Colorful Temple Dogs
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A large and impressive pair of Foo dogs featuring striking colorful glazes. The dogs sit on fixed
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Statues

A Pair of Monumental and Colorful Temple Dogs
A Pair of Monumental and Colorful Temple Dogs

A Pair of Monumental and Colorful Temple Dogs

Pair of 19th Century Cambodian Temple Dogs as Lamps
Located in London, GB
A large pair of Cambodian temple dog heads (Male and Female) of polychrome painted carved fruitwood
Category

Antique 19th Century Cambodian Table Lamps

Pair of 19th Century Cambodian Temple Dogs as Lamps
Pair of 19th Century Cambodian Temple Dogs as Lamps

Pair of 19th Century Cambodian Temple Dogs as Lamps

H 19.3 in W 10.63 in D 13.78 in
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
Located in London, GB
, similar to the structure of society in the Middle Kingdom (earthly China). Chinese temple Dogs Weight
Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

H 11.42 in W 20.48 in D 7.49 in
Large Bronze Temple Water Bowl with Lion Dog Mask Ring Handles, 1850
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
around the top edge and it has very large Temple Dogs Faces one each side, these each have large sturdy
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Asian Qing Metalwork

Large Bronze Temple Water Bowl with Lion Dog Mask Ring Handles, 1850
Large Bronze Temple Water Bowl with Lion Dog Mask Ring Handles, 1850

Large Bronze Temple Water Bowl with Lion Dog Mask Ring Handles, 1850

H 14 in W 30 in D 30 in
Antique Sampler, 1838, Mary Routh
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
October in the Year of our Lord 1838'. A good set of motifs, including Solomon's Temple, dogs, potted
Category

Antique 1830s English Folk Art Tapestries

Antique Sampler, 1838, Mary Routh
Antique Sampler, 1838, Mary Routh

Antique Sampler, 1838, Mary Routh

H 19.5 in W 16.5 in L 19.5 in
Vintage Pair of Marble Temple Lion Foo Dogs
Located in Stamford, CT
playful detail on the statues. Foo dogs are often found near temples, gardens, entrances and homes. They
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Vintage Pair of Marble Temple Lion Foo Dogs
Vintage Pair of Marble Temple Lion Foo Dogs

Vintage Pair of Marble Temple Lion Foo Dogs

H 45 in W 17 in D 21 in
Pair of Chinese Glazed Pottery Temple Foo Dogs
Located in Nottingham, GB
From a private collection. Free international shipping.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Glazed Pottery Temple Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Glazed Pottery Temple Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Glazed Pottery Temple Foo Dogs

H 5.52 in W 3.15 in D 8.27 in
Bronze Temple Lion Foo Dogs on Marble Pedestals, Pair
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
Pair of bronze cast Foo Dogs on a marble pedestal. The pair will guard your entryway or any space
Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bronze Temple Lion Foo Dogs on Marble Pedestals, Pair
Bronze Temple Lion Foo Dogs on Marble Pedestals, Pair

Bronze Temple Lion Foo Dogs on Marble Pedestals, Pair

H 59.75 in W 13.5 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A pair of large bronze Thai temple guardian foo lion dogs These are a very impressive pair of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Thai Medieval Animal Sculptures

Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs
Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs

Pair of Large Bronze Thai Temple Guardian Foo Lion Dogs

H 48 in W 40 in D 17 in
Pair of Chinese Hand Painted Ceramic Temple Jars with Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular pair of ceramic hand painted Chinese temple jars with foo dog finials and bronze bases
Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Hand Painted Ceramic Temple Jars with Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Hand Painted Ceramic Temple Jars with Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Hand Painted Ceramic Temple Jars with Foo Dogs

H 23 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
known as Foo Dogs. Decorated in the Majolica style bright green and yellow toned overglaze polychrome
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Paint

Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions
Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions

Pair of Massive 20th Century Oriental Ceramic Foo Dogs or Temple Lions

H 43.31 in W 16.54 in D 20.87 in
Pair of Porcelain Chinese Buddhist Temple Lions or Foo Dogs, circa 1900
Located in Central England, GB
depict a pair of Chinese temple Buddhist lions in the classical pose each sitting on a rectangular
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Porcelain Chinese Buddhist Temple Lions or Foo Dogs, circa 1900
Pair of Porcelain Chinese Buddhist Temple Lions or Foo Dogs, circa 1900

Pair of Porcelain Chinese Buddhist Temple Lions or Foo Dogs, circa 1900

H 12.01 in W 4.73 in D 3.15 in
Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Imperial Temple Lion Guardians or Foo dogs A truly exquisite pair, the patina is absolutely glorious
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs
Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs

Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Marble Temple Lion Guardians Foo Dogs

H 16.54 in W 6.5 in L 16.54 in
2 Carved White Marble Fu Foo Dogs Guardian Temple Lion Statue Bookends 7"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of white marble carved stone fu dogs / Chinese guardian lion figurines or bookends
Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Bookends

Materials

Marble

2 Carved White Marble Fu Foo Dogs Guardian Temple Lion Statue Bookends 7"
2 Carved White Marble Fu Foo Dogs Guardian Temple Lion Statue Bookends 7"

2 Carved White Marble Fu Foo Dogs Guardian Temple Lion Statue Bookends 7"

H 6.75 in W 3.25 in D 4 in
Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs
Located in DEVENTER, NL
These lavastone sculptures, originating from Indonesia in the middle of the 20th century, are both impressive and distinctive. Each sculpture stands tall at 77 cm, with dimensions of...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lava

Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs
Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs

Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs

H 30.32 in W 15.75 in D 23.23 in
Pair Hand Carved Foo Dogs
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of hand carved rosewood foo dogs or temple guards. The eyes, and teeth are painted.
Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair Hand Carved Foo Dogs
Pair Hand Carved Foo Dogs

Pair Hand Carved Foo Dogs

H 18 in W 16 in D 8 in
Italian Marble Hand Carved Foo Dogs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of hand carved solid Italian marble foo dogs. Chinese Buddhist temples and monasteries have
Category

20th Century Chinese Statues

Materials

Stone

Italian Marble Hand Carved Foo Dogs
Italian Marble Hand Carved Foo Dogs

Italian Marble Hand Carved Foo Dogs

H 23 in W 9 in D 13 in
Chinese Export Green Porcelain Foo Dogs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Chinese Export green and yellow glazed foo dogs / temple lion guardian figures, decorated
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Green Porcelain Foo Dogs, Pair
Chinese Export Green Porcelain Foo Dogs, Pair

Chinese Export Green Porcelain Foo Dogs, Pair

H 10.25 in W 9.5 in D 4.5 in
Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan an early pair of temple mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs also known as Komainu hand-carved in
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Sandstone

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto
Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

H 37 in W 27 in D 12 in
Pair Of Hand Carved Wood Polychromatic FooDogs
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a large and heavy pair of hand carved wood Foo Dogs from a temple or a house large door
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Pair Of Hand Carved Wood Polychromatic FooDogs
Pair Of Hand Carved Wood Polychromatic FooDogs

Pair Of Hand Carved Wood Polychromatic FooDogs

H 9 in W 12 in D 20 in
Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Chinese temple lions. Foo (Fu) means prosperity and good fortune in Chinese. These guardian dogs, also
Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on
Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on

Pair of 19th-20th Century Chinese Silver Enamelled Foo Lions Marked on

H 2.56 in W 4.34 in D 0.04 in
Qing Dynasty Chinese Round Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid Painted with Foo Dog
Located in Prato, Tuscany
called Chinese lions, guardian dogs or stone dogs of the temple. The Dog occupies the eleventh position
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Qing Dynasty Chinese Round Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid Painted with Foo Dog
Qing Dynasty Chinese Round Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid Painted with Foo Dog

Qing Dynasty Chinese Round Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid Painted with Foo Dog

H 9.06 in Dm 9.85 in
Pair of Majestic Chinese Gilt Brass Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, circa 1880-1910
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Pair of Majestic Chinese gilt brass foo dogs/temple dogs, Late Qing dynasty period, (circa 1880
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Pair of Majestic Chinese Gilt Brass Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, circa 1880-1910
Pair of Majestic Chinese Gilt Brass Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, circa 1880-1910

Pair of Majestic Chinese Gilt Brass Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, circa 1880-1910

H 10 in W 11 in D 5 in
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

Large Scale Italian Terracotta Foo or Temple Dogs, a Pair
Large Scale Italian Terracotta Foo or Temple Dogs, a Pair

Large Scale Italian Terracotta Foo or Temple Dogs, a Pair

H 28 in W 18 in D 12 in
Pair of Southeast Asian Brass Foo Dogs with Gilt Finish
Located in Rio Vista, CA
expressions. Also known as temple dogs. Each one weighs 10 pounds.
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Pair of Southeast Asian Brass Foo Dogs with Gilt Finish
Pair of Southeast Asian Brass Foo Dogs with Gilt Finish

Pair of Southeast Asian Brass Foo Dogs with Gilt Finish

H 11 in W 12 in D 6 in
Palace Size Carved Wooden Foo Dogs
Located in Rochester, NY
An massive heavy pair of finely hand carved wooden foo dogs / temple dogs in beautifully aged
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Palace Size Carved Wooden Foo Dogs
Palace Size Carved Wooden Foo Dogs

Palace Size Carved Wooden Foo Dogs

H 33 in W 17 in D 23 in
Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
white glazed finish. Guardian temple dogs are symbols of prosperity and wealth in China represented in
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Pair of Chinese Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

H 16.5 in W 21 in D 11 in
Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A nice pair of Chinese Foo Dogs/Temple Dogs, carved Soapstone, early 20th century, circa 1920-1930s
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century
Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century

Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century

H 7.25 in W 4.5 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dogs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of foo or Fu dogs carved from jade stone. Also known as Chinese foo dogs, Chinese temple dogs
Category

20th Century Chinese Archaistic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dogs
Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dogs

Pair of Carved Stone Foo Dogs

H 8 in W 4 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s
Located in Hastings, GB
earlier, Italy. This incredible pair of lifesize Foo or Temple Dogs each superbly hand crafted and
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Ming Animal Sculptures

Materials

Majolica, Terracotta

Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s
Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s

Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s

H 35.44 in W 14.18 in D 16.54 in
Pair of Large Chinese Gilt Temple Foo Dogs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of well carved Foo dogs or lion statues in the manner and scale of temple carvings
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Large Chinese Gilt Temple Foo Dogs
Pair of Large Chinese Gilt Temple Foo Dogs

Pair of Large Chinese Gilt Temple Foo Dogs

H 18 in W 9 in D 15 in
Pair of Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Japanese Kutani porcelain Foo Dogs/Temple Lions. They are hand painted white and adorned
Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs / Temple Lions
Pair of Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

Pair of Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Foo Dogs / Temple Lions

H 6.5 in W 5 in D 6 in
Pair of Lotus Blossom Temple Ginger Jars with Foo Dogs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning pair of temple ginger jars featuring fern green and red lotus blossom decoration. Both
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Lotus Blossom Temple Ginger Jars with Foo Dogs
Pair of Lotus Blossom Temple Ginger Jars with Foo Dogs

Pair of Lotus Blossom Temple Ginger Jars with Foo Dogs

H 20 in W 11 in D 11 in
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of green colored marble foo dogs sculptures, book ends or decorative objects. Nice addition
Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures

H 5 in W 3.5 in D 2.13 in
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, pink raw marble ceramic foo dogs, circa 1970s. Excellent condition and
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures

Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Marble Sculptures

H 6 in W 2.5 in D 3.5 in
Pair of Vintage/Antique Chinese Porcelain Glazed Foo Dogs Temple Guardians
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a pair of vintage or antique Chinese Food Dog figures. Features two dogs with their
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Vintage/Antique Chinese Porcelain Glazed Foo Dogs Temple Guardians
Pair of Vintage/Antique Chinese Porcelain Glazed Foo Dogs Temple Guardians

Pair of Vintage/Antique Chinese Porcelain Glazed Foo Dogs Temple Guardians

H 12 in W 9.5 in D 6 in
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Temple Dogs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of temple dogs is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct temple dogs — often made from ceramic, stone and marble — can elevate any home. Temple dogs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Temple dogs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Temple Dogs?

Temple dogs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,250, while the lowest priced sells for $295 and the highest can go for as much as $12,000.