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Hand Carved Teak Temple Guards, Foo Dogs
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Pair of intricately hand carved Teak temple guard dogs. Foo dogs are symbolic, protective statues, and they are designed in pairs — one is female, the other is male. The female represents yin, and symbolically protects the people dwelling inside the home, while the male statue, representing yang, protects the structure itself.
- Dimensions:Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very minor wear to bottom of feet.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU831832648462
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