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Foo Dogs is also called fu dogs,beijing lions, are traditional Chinese guardians.Foo Dog symbolized as powerful mystic guardian to protect a family wealth & social status. ancient times, the Fu Dogs were always put in front of important places such as temples & government. Now they are still used to guard, such as in front of large estates, restaurants, banks, hotels & stores to ward off evil energy. 2.Placing it at home or office can bring you fortune & prosperity, guard your house & ward off ill fortune. Exquisite workmanship, detailed carving, shiny & full, clear lines visible. Generous appearance, unique shape, vivid & lifelike. Sculpture made of plaster with acrylic shiny protector paints. Chinese Foo Dog (Lion) About 10.5"Tall X 8" Deep X6" Wide. Very nice condition.. Chinese or Imperial guardian Lions are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament. Typically made of stone, they are also known as Lions or Shishi. They are informally known in colloquial English as Lion Dogs or Foo Dogs. The concept, which originated & became popular in Chinese Buddhism, features a pair of highly stylized Lions which were thought to protect the building from harmful spiritual influences & harmful people that might be a threat. Used in imperial Chinese palaces & tombs, the Lions subsequently spread to other parts of Asia including Japan. They are informally known in colloquial English as Lion Dogs or Foo Dogs. The concept, which originated & became popular in Chinese Buddhism, features a pair of highly stylized Lions which were thought to protect the building from harmful spiritual influences & harmful people that might be a threat. Used in imperial Chinese palaces & tombs, the Lions subsequently spread to other parts of Asia including Japan. Matching pair We ship within the Continental US. We take credit cards. Thank you for shopping today. Enjoy FREE SHIPPING. Foo Dog Lion Dog Large Vintage Statues
