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Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dog Statues
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Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dog Statues

19th century
Description

A large and extremely impressive pair of antique Chinese carved wood foo dog statues. They date from the 19th century and are genuine antiques, not to be confused with the many contrived versions more commonly seen. They were most likely made in China, or possibly in Tibet.

The quality is outstanding, they are beautifully carved from one solid block of wood. They have amazing details, with lots of character and charm.

The condition is excellent for their age, they have acquired an absolutely gorgeous patina over the years. There is just one small chip to the wood on the lower edge of one foot, seen in the images.

Width – 15 inches , 38 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 53 cm

Height – 24 inches , 61 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated these Chinese Carved Foo Dogs to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228719
Dealers Internal Reference
13245
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A large and extremely impressive pair of antique Chinese carved wood foo dog statues.
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They date from the 19th century and are genuine antiques, not to be confused with the many contrived versions more commonly seen.
Marylebone Antiques

They were most likely made in China, or possibly in Tibet.

fig 1. A pair of hand-carved wooden Chinese foo dog statues with residual gold gilding and detailed mane textures.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dog Statues

The quality is outstanding, they are beautifully carved from one solid block of wood. They have amazing details, with lots of character and charm.

The condition is excellent for their age, they have acquired an absolutely gorgeous patina over the years. There is just one small chip to the wood on the lower edge of one foot, seen in the images.

Width – 15 inches , 38 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 53 cm

Height – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated these Chinese Carved Foo Dogs to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228719
Dealers Internal Ref
13245
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I A pair of hand-carved wooden Chinese foo dog statues with residual gold gilding and detailed mane textures.

Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dog Statues

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A pair of hand-carved wooden Chinese foo dog statues with residual gold gilding and detailed mane textures.
Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Wood Foo Dog Statues
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A pair of hand-carved wooden Chinese foo dog statues with residual gold gilding and detailed mane textures.
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  • ObjectStatues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChinese Traditional
  • MaterialCarved Wood, Gilt, Polychrome Paint
  • ColourGilded Gold and Brown
  • MotifsCarved mane, Open mouth, Seated posture, Gilded finish
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This pair of 19th-century Chinese carved wood foo dog statues exhibits a traditional Chinese style with a seated posture, open mouth, and detailed carved manes. Fashioned from solid wood, the statues display a combined finish of gilded gold and brown polychrome paint with residual gold gilding, showing natural age patina, exposed wood grain, and visible surface wear across their forms. The dogs stand on shaped flat bases with textured paw details and deep surface carvings defining their muscular limbs and facial features. Each statue measures 61 cm high, 38 cm wide, and 53 cm deep. In a modern home, this pair sits nicely on a sideboard top, entryway console, or display shelving to add traditional character to the interior design.

FAQs

Foo dogs, or imperial guardian lions, originated in Chinese Buddhism as protective symbols placed outside temples, palaces, and residences to ward off harmful influences.

Traditional foo dogs were crafted from various materials including marble, granite, cast iron, bronze, and timber, often finished with polychrome paint or gold leaf gilding.

Authentic antique wooden carvings typically exhibit natural age wear, loss of original paint or gilding, shrinkage cracks in the timber, and hand-carved tool marks rather than uniform machine carving.

A pair of foo dogs can be positioned on a console table, sideboard, or fireplace mantelpiece to create symmetrical balance and introduce tactile historical texture into contemporary interiors.

Dust gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to avoid flaking any remaining gilding or paint, keeping the timber dry and away from direct heat sources or high humidity.
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