Monumental Pair of Vintage Chinese Gilt Bronze Guardian Lions (Foo Dogs)

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A commanding and magnificent pair of vintage Chinese guardian lions (commonly known as Foo Dogs), sourced from a private collection. … Read more A commanding and magnificent pair of vintage Chinese guardian lions (commonly known as Foo Dogs), sourced from a private collection. Standing at an impressive 30 cm (11.8 inches) tall and weighing a massive 10 kg (22 lbs) combined, these substantial figures are guaranteed to make a bold statement.

Cast from solid bronze, these majestic lions exhibit a deep, rich greenish-brown patina with striking gold (gilt) accents on their manes, facial features, and claws. Following traditional iconography, the male lion on the right rests his paw on an embroidered ball (symbolizing dominion over the world and wealth), while the female on the left has a cub under her paw (symbolizing the nurturing of offspring and the continuity of life). See less