A wonderful Foo Dogs figurine from Tibet. Hollow cast from bronze, the dog is in good condition with a lovely aged patina. Dating from the early 20th century.
20cm / 8" tall
16cm . 6.5" wide
Foo dogs are symbolic, protective statues, and they are designed in pairs — one is female, the other is male. The female represents yin, and symbolically protects the people dwelling inside the home, while the male statue, representing yang, protects the structure itself.
20cm / 8" tall
16cm . 6.5" wide
Foo dogs are symbolic, protective statues, and they are designed in pairs — one is female, the other is male. The female represents yin, and symbolically protects the people dwelling inside the home, while the male statue, representing yang, protects the structure itself.