Vintage Chinese Carved Soapstone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Statues Pair on Marble Base

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Elevate your space with this vintage pair of hand-carved Chinese Guardian Lion (Foo Dog / Shishi) statues, crafted from beautifully … Read more Elevate your space with this vintage pair of hand-carved Chinese Guardian Lion (Foo Dog / Shishi) statues, crafted from beautifully mottled natural stone and resting on integrated marble bases. These powerful symbols of protection, prosperity, and good fortune make a striking addition to Chinoiserie, Feng Shui, and Asian-inspired interiors. Their solid weight and refined hand-carved details make them ideal for collectors and home-decor enthusiasts alike.

Attract protection and prosperity with this exquisitely hand-carved pair of Shishi (Stone Lions).
This Feng Shui pair is a powerful symbol in Chinese culture, believed to ward off negative energy and guard any space.

KEY FEATURES:

Authentic Hand-Carved Craftsmanship – Each statue features traditional details, from the expressive faces to the stepped plinth bases.
Guardian Pair (Male & Female) – Represents balance: the male symbolizes protection and authority, the female symbolizes nurture and life.

Versatile Decorative Use – Perfect for shelves, desks, altars, entryways, or feng shui placements.

Feng Shui Symbolism – Enhances positive energy (Chi), prosperity, and spiritual protection.

Functional Decor – Their weight makes them excellent bookends or paperweights.

Vintage Appeal – A charming collectible for lovers of Asian art, mythology, and Chinoiserie décor.

Excellent Condition – Smooth polished finish, no chips, cracks, or visible wear.

A Perfect Gift: A thoughtful gift for a collector of Asian antiques, a lover of mythology, or someone setting up a new home or office.
Placement:
They are traditionally placed in pairs flanking an entrance—the male on the left, the female on the right (from inside the building looking out)—to guard against evil spirits and harmful forces.

Symbolism:
These statues represent prosperity, success, and protection.

Why You'll Love Them / Perfect For:
- Feng Shui: Perfect for placing on a desk, bookshelf, or entry console to enhance positive energy (Chi) and offer protection.
- Home Decor: Adds a sophisticated, exotic touch of Asian art to any traditional, Chinoiserie, or eclectic home style.
- Functional Decor: Their solid weight makes them ideal as decorative bookends or paperweights.
- A Perfect Gift: A thoughtful gift for a collector of Asian antiques, a lover of mythology, or someone setting up a new home or office.
This matching pair of Foo Dogs brings cultural significance, hand-crafted artistry, and timeless style into any space. Whether for feng shui, interior decor, collecting, or gifting, they offer a rare combination of charm, symbolism, and quality — and will only grow more desirable over time.

Professionally inspected, securely packaged, and ships with care.
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