Tibetan Foo Dog
Vintage Single Solid Bronze Tibetan Foo Dog/Lion Sculpture
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Amazing vintage solid bronze Tibetan Foo dog/Lion has a wooden base that it’s not fixed to the
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
1930s Chinese Tibetan Foo-Dog Rug ( 3' x 5'7" - 91 x 170 )
Located in New York, NY
The exceptionally long pile grey field displays two furry multicolored lion dogs playing around a central cloud knot, framed by leafy corners, and within an ivory and dark brown flor...
Category
Vintage 1930s Chinese Tibetan Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Carved Wooden Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Carved Wooden Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog
This fierce looking beast dates from the 19th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Paint
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19th Century Tibetan Foo Dog Candle-stands
Located in Hudson, NY
guardians, lions, or “foo dogs”. At the top of the candle-stands, near the pricket, sits a frog on a lily
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Antique Tibetan Box, Foo Dog
Located in SOMIS, CA
typical Tibetan design. A hand painted foo dog is the focal point. It is believed to be the guardian of
Category
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted
Located in Somis, CA
One of our most adorable foo dogs among our limited antique 19th century foo dog box collection
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Foo Dog Box with Base Hand Painted Box 8
Located in Somis, CA
stability. Featured foo dog with a masculine body and dramatic pear shaped tail looks back to a brocade ball
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Asian Tibetan Enamel Jeweled Kylin Foo Dog, 2
Located in Astoria, NY
Asian Tibetan assembled pair of enamel jeweled gilt metal Kylin foo dogs or guardian lions, one
Category
20th Century Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Fine Antique Bronze Foo Lion/ Dog Pair
Located in Wilton, CT
1920's Pair of cast bronze Foo Lion/ Dogs in all original condition.Male and Female, with excellent
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Tibetan Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted
Located in Somis, CA
One of our most adorable foo dogs among our limited antique 19th century foo dog box collection
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Antique Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted
Located in Somis, CA
LAST ONE of our spectacular antique foo dog box collection. This box features an adorable foo dog
Category
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted Box 5
Located in Somis, CA
A wonderful, hand painted Tibetan box featuring a foo dog playing with ribbons and ball. Classic
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted Box 4
Located in Somis, CA
A wonderful, hand painted Tibetan box featuring a foo dog playing with ribbons and ball. Classic
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted Box 7
Located in Somis, CA
A hand painted Tibetan box featuring a foo dog with masculine body and furry tail. Two of his paws
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted Box 9
Located in Somis, CA
One of our most adorable foo dogs among our limited antique foo dog box collection. The large head
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Antique Tibetan Foo Dog Box Hand Painted Box 6
Located in Somis, CA
A wonderful, hand painted Tibetan box featuring a beautiful foo dog. The foo dog is of the
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Foo Dog Box
Located in Somis, CA
One of the last 2 pieces in our spectacular antique foo dog box collection. This extra large box
Category
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Antique Asian Tibetan Bronze Kylin Foo Dog Lion Sculptures - a Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive antique pair of Asian bronze sculptures depicting Tibetan Kylin (Japanese Shi Shi
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Fine Antique Bronze Foo Lion / Dog, Pair
Located in Wilton, CT
1920's Pair of cast bronze Foo Lion/ Dogs in all original condition. Male and Female, with
Category
Vintage 1920s Tibetan Tibetan Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Tibet Antique Foo Dog Beige/Blue Field Color
Located in Ferrara, IT
The Tibet Antique Foo Dog rug features a captivating blend of beige and blue colors in its field
Category
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of Tibetan Encrusted Turquoise and Coral Foo Dogs
Located in Jupiter, FL
Intricately detailed pair of hand crafted metal Tibetan foo dog incense burners. Each foo has been
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Pair of Alabaster Guardian Foo Dog Lions
Located in Cookeville, TN
An elegant pair of Tibetan guardian foo dogs made of alabaster. Their fierce grins will be a unique
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Animal Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
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Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Located in Stamford, CT
Impressive pair of large bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are celestial animal emblem of Tibet that em...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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Tibetan Foo Dog For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Tibetan foo dog you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and bronze, every Tibetan foo dog was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a Tibetan foo dog — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Tibetan foo dog, those designed in styles are of considerable interest.
How Much is a Tibetan Foo Dog?
Prices for a Tibetan foo dog can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $350 and can go as high as $10,776, while the average can fetch as much as $455.
Questions About Tibetan Foo Dog
- What is the meaning of foo dogs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What 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.
- Is a foo dog a lion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- What are foo dogs made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditional 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, 2022Chinese 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.
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