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A Chinese Sculpture of a Foo Dog Temple Guard Dog.
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A Chinese Sculpture of a Foo Dog Temple Guard Dog.

1900 - 1920
Description

A Chinese sculpture of a Foo Dog temple guard dog. Hand carved from orange, red and beige variegated stone. Dating from circa.1920. 12cms long, 4.2cms wide and 6.5cms tall.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Soapstone Foo Dog to the 1920s.

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SA1084622
Dealers Internal Reference
11224
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Description
A Chinese sculpture of a Foo Dog temple guard dog. Hand carved from orange, red and beige variegated stone. Dating from circa.1920. 12cms long, 4.2cms wide and 6.5cms tall.
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Soapstone Foo Dog to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1084622
Dealers Internal Ref
11224
Minerva Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011
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A hand-carved soapstone sculpture depicting a Chinese guardian foo dog in tones of terracotta brown, ochre, and cream.
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Archive I A hand-carved soapstone sculpture depicting a Chinese guardian foo dog in tones of terracotta brown, ochre, and cream.

A Chinese Sculpture of a Foo Dog Temple Guard Dog.

Archive II A hand-carved soapstone sculpture depicting a Chinese guardian foo dog in tones of terracotta brown, ochre, and cream. View II
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A hand-carved soapstone sculpture depicting a Chinese guardian foo dog in tones of terracotta brown, ochre, and cream.
A Chinese sculpture of a Foo Dog temple guard dog.
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A hand-carved soapstone sculpture depicting a Chinese guardian foo dog in tones of terracotta brown, ochre, and cream.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional Chinese
  • MaterialSoapstone
  • ColourTerracotta Brown
  • MotifsCarved mane details, Open-mouthed posture, Flared nostrils, Curled tail
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 4.2 cm (2 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This traditional Chinese sculpture depicts a Foo Dog temple guard dog, dating from 1920. Hand-carved from soapstone, the figure displays a mottled palette of terracotta brown, ochre, cream, orange, red, and beige. The detailed carving reveals an open-mouthed posture with visible teeth, flared nostrils, carved mane details, and a curled tail, alongside natural striations and colour variations across the stone surface. Measuring 6.5 cm high, 4.2 cm wide, and 12 cm deep, the compact sculpture fits neatly onto a bookshelf in a gentleman's library or study. It also sits securely on any desk, mantelpiece, or display cabinet surface as an ornamental accent piece in a traditional interior setting.

FAQs

Chinese foo dogs, traditionally known as Imperial guardian lions or Shi, are symbolic protective statues originating in ancient Chinese architecture to safeguard temples, palaces, and residences from negative influences.

These guardian figures were traditionally sculpted from granite, marble, bronze, glazed ceramics, or soft mineral stones such as soapstone, steatite, and jade.

Authentic hand-carved soapstone items feature subtle chisel marks, natural stone striations, slight asymmetry from manual shaping, and a smooth, cool feeling when handled.

Small stone carvings function as accents on bookshelves, mantelpieces, or coffee table trays to introduce natural texture and historical form.

Dust gently using a dry microfibre cloth or a soft-bristled brush, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or water submersion that could damage the soft stone surface.
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