Mid 20th Century Chinese Famille Verte Style Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - A Pair

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A beautiful pair of large size mid-century ceramic foo dogs rendered in a lively Famille Verte style, featuring a rich … Read more A beautiful pair of large size mid-century ceramic foo dogs rendered in a lively Famille Verte style, featuring a rich glaze of celadon green, warm ochre, and soft rose. This is a matched pair, with the female lion sitting atop a pedestal and holding a puppy beneath her paw; she represents yin and symbolically protects the people dwelling in the home. The male lion has his paw on a ball that is carved out with geometric patterns and signifies control over his domain and protection of his home.

Because of their protective symbolism, foo dogs should be displayed in places where they are sure to be noticed. Place this pair on a console in the foyer, or make them a focal point of the living room atop the mantel. Foo dogs also work well as decorative bookends, and look stunning placed at either end of a buffet in a dining room. See less