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Pair of Chinese Carved Marble Foo Dogs/Lions

Offered by: epoca

Description
each well-carved foo lion with expressive straightforward gaze on a rectilinear base with dragon-carved frieze; usually depicted in pairs consisting of a male leaning his paw upon an embroidered ball, representing supremacy over the world, and a female restraining a playful cub, symbolizing nurturing and protection for the inhabitants of a building

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	hand carved marble
Condition:	Good. good antique condition with weathered surface and minor chipping
Creation Date:	1920s
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Handmade
Dealer Reference #:	5492
Incollect Reference #:	761139

Dimensions

W.	7.5 in;	H.	18.5 in;	D.	11.25 in;
W.	19.05 cm;	H.	46.99 cm;	D.	28.58 cm;

Message from Seller:

epoca, located in the Design Center neighborhood of San Francisco, has been characterized as “blended eclectic” offering unique 20th century furnishings alongside traditional antiques and accessories