Lot 749: Vintage Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dog/Guardian Lion
Estate Auction: Roseville Pottery, Art Pottery, and Decorative Arts Collection · Sold
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- Estate Auction: Roseville Pottery, Art Pottery, and Decorative Arts Collection
- Lot Number
- 749
- Status
- Sold
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- Opening Bid
- $5.00
- Accepted Bids
- 19
- Closed
- 4/9/26 7:19 PM PT
Description
A vintage Chinese turquoise glazed porcelain Foo Dog, or guardian lion, used as a decorative accent or bookend. Chinese Imperial Guardian Lion (Shi), often referred to as a "Foo Dog" in the West. Ceramic or porcelain with a turquoise blue glaze. These are traditionally displayed in pairs to represent balance, with this specific pose holding a ball generally representing the male guardian. 8"H x 3"W Good condition.