Majolica Foo Dogs
Qing Dynasty, Couple of Glazed Majolica Foo Dogs
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful pair of ornaments in the shape of foo dogs, protectors of the home and the world. One
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Majolica
Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
These oversized
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H 27.5 in W 16.75 in D 10.25 in
Rare and Important Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Export Foo Dogs
Located in Dublin, IE
the Majolica style green, yellow and aubergine glaze.
Chinese Foo Dogs
Imperial guardian lions
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
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
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Paint
H 43.31 in W 16.54 in D 20.87 in
Chinese Export Style Large Scale Green Teracotta Pottery Jars With Foo Dogs - 2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of large scale Chinese Export style terracotta green glazed jars. The lids have foo
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Terracotta
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Hollywood Regency Italian Majolica Foo Dogs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large terracotta Majolica foo dogs, produced in Italy during the Hollywood Regency era
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Pair of Hollywood Regency Italian Majolica Foo Dogs
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Pair of Large Italian Majolica Foo Dogs, 1950s
Located in Hastings, GB
An outstanding pair of glazed terracotta Italian Majolica Foo Dogs.
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Pair of Early 20th Century Majolica Foo Dogs
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Large Scale Pair of Antique Majolica Ceramic Glazed Guardian Lions or Foo Dogs
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H 27.5 in W 16.75 in D 10.25 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
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A Pair of Chinese Glazed Shiwan Pottery Foo Dogs
Located in Austin, TX
A charming and whimsical pair of Chinese glazed pottery foo dogs.
Raised on rectangular plinths
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Opposing Pair of Italian Ceramic Glazed Foo Dogs on Bases Manner Ugo Zaccagnini
By Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Standing 21 inches tall this pair of whimsical Majolica white glaze ground foo dogs on matching
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H 21 in W 19 in D 10 in
Rare Pair of Royal Worcester Majolica Candlesticks, circa 1870
By Royal Worcester
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and fine pair antique Royal Worcester candlesticks modelled as Chinese Foo Dogs, their paws
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H 9.06 in W 7.49 in D 4.24 in
Majolica Foo Dogs, Pair
Located in Raleigh, NC
These enchanting and colorful foos are painted and glazed in yellow and green with delightful
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Questions About Majolica Foo Dogs
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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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