Chinese foo dogs, also known as Chinese guardian lions or Imperial guardian lions, are a traditional mythical symbol of protection in Chinese culture. They are usually made as pairs and the male is depicted as a lion with a ball, while the female has a cub under its paw. They are often placed at the entrance of homes, temples, and government buildings. The origins of the foo dog can be traced back to ancient China, where they were believed to have protective powers. They were also used in imperial palaces, tombs, and government buildings. They were also used as a symbol of power, strength, and good luck. Over time, the foo dog has become a popular decorative item and a symbol of Chinese culture.
The Japanese equivilent is "shi shi".

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A pair of fine old Chinese ivory carvings of temple lion dogs,…

Chinese Ivory Temple Lion Dog Carvings

A pair of fine old Chinese ivory carvings of temple lion dogs, each modelled in fearsome pose, seated upon a double lotus plinth, each with a captured ball in their mouths, their shoulders draped with a collar supporting tassels and bells, the male's…

A pair of Chinese agate seals, in cream and ochre agate, the…

Chinese Agate Lion Dog Seals

A pair of Chinese agate seals, in cream and ochre agate, the plinth style seals surmounted with pierced and carved grimacing lion dogs, each with its front paw on a ball. Height 8 cm

A Chinese white jade Fo dog carving, pierced and carved in…

White Jade Walking Fo Dog with Bat

A Chinese white jade Fo dog carving, pierced and carved in traditional style and depicting a walking of dog with a spread winged bat upon its back. Height 5 cm. Width 6.5 cm. Depth 3.5 cm.

Pair of Chinese carved emerald quartz foo dogs on wooden stands…

Chinese Carved Emerald Quartz Foo Dogs on Stands (Pair)

Pair of Chinese carved emerald quartz foo dogs on wooden stands (2), height 20 cm. Provenance: Orlando Brown Collection, Mosman

Pair of Chinese painted ivory foo dogs (2), height 8 cm.…

Chinese Painted Ivory Foo Dogs (Pair)

Pair of Chinese painted ivory foo dogs (2), height 8 cm. Provenance: Property of a Lady, NSW

A fine pair of Chinese ivory Fo dogs, possibly late Qing…

Chinese Ivory Fo Dogs, Late Qing Dynasty

A fine pair of Chinese ivory Fo dogs, possibly late Qing Dynasty, carved and engraved in the traditional manner, the lion dogs with fierce expressions, curled manes, and extravagant fan like tails, both seated, one with its paw upon a ball, the other with…

Japanese bronze incense burner of two fo dogs fighting, height…

Japanese Bronze Fighting Fo Dogs Incense Burner

Japanese bronze incense burner of two fo dogs fighting, height 15 cm

Netsuke: Japanese carved ivory monkey & (2) temple lions all…

Meiji Ivory Monkey and Temple Lions Netsuke Set

Netsuke: Japanese carved ivory monkey & (2) temple lions all with makers marks. Late Meiji, excellent condition (3 items)

Chinese carved stone Foo lion 9.5 cm high

Carved Chinese Foo Lion Statue - 9.5cm

Chinese carved stone Foo lion 9.5 cm high

A Chinese turquoise/blue glazed seated foo dog, head turned to…

Chinese Turquoise Glazed Seated Foo Dog with Pup

A Chinese turquoise/blue glazed seated foo dog, head turned to his right, a pup under his right paw, raised on a rectangular block base with triangular and restrained scroll decoration. Height 36 cm

A Chinese lidded bronze incense burner with champleve enamel…

Chinese Bronze Incense Burner with Champleve Enamel Decoration

A Chinese lidded bronze incense burner with champleve enamel decoration, dragon handles and foo dog finial. Height 18 cm

A pair of Chinese dogs of Fo white glazed,modern, 27 cm high

Modern White Glazed Chinese Fo Dogs, 27cm High

A pair of Chinese dogs of Fo white glazed,modern, 27 cm high

A large inside painted glass snuff bottle with bronze Fo dog…

Inside Painted Glass Snuff Bottle with Fo Dog Finial

A large inside painted glass snuff bottle with bronze Fo dog finial / 19th / 20th century, / signed hand painted a Buddhist figurative scene to front and further imagery and calligraphy verso signed to front inside 12 cm high

Three stone Chinese dog of Fo seals

Three Fo Dogs: Ancient Chinese Seal Collection

Three stone Chinese dog of Fo seals

A pair of foo dog figurines in bright turquoise blue. 8.5 x 30…

Turquoise Foo Dog Figurines - 8.5 x 30 cm

A pair of foo dog figurines in bright turquoise blue. 8.5 x 30 cm

Chinese rouge marble dog of fo with some losses. Dimensions 113…

Rouge Marble Dog of Fo - 113 x 66 cm

Chinese rouge marble dog of fo with some losses. Dimensions 113 x 66 cm

A Chinese Foo patinated bronze dog, 20th century. Height 15.5 cm

Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dog, 20th Century

A Chinese Foo patinated bronze dog, 20th century. Height 15.5 cm

Pair Chinese green jade dogs of Fo. Height 5 cm each

Green Jade Fo Dogs Pair - 5cm Height

Pair Chinese green jade dogs of Fo. Height 5 cm each

A pair of famille-vert biscuit figures of dogs of Fo, Chinese,…

Famille-vert Biscuit Dog Figures, 19th Century

A pair of famille-vert biscuit figures of dogs of Fo, Chinese, 19th century. 15 cm high