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East Asia, China, Ming Dynasty, 1368 to 1644 CE. A wonderful pair of polychromed cast iron foo dogs (also spelled "fu" dogs), each one sitting upon its hind legs and presenting a fierce expression with glaring eyes, flaring nostrils, and open toothy mouths. Their bodies are further embellished with blue, red, and green pigments on the curly manes, mouths, and decorative collars. These collars are particularly delightful; take note of the little foo dog bells. The front right paw of one foo dog is placed atop a petite animal, representing its offspring; the front left paw of the other is placed atop a floral patterned ball. Foo Dogs are usually presented in pairs like these, representing the male and female as well as yin and yang. Symbolically, the male protects the outside and the female protects the inside of the dwelling where they sit poised to guard the inhabitants within. Size: 11" L x 6.5" W x 10.375" H (27.9 cm x 16.5 cm x 26.4 cm)The "foo dog" is a western name for the Chinese "shi shi", the guardian lion, who since the Han Dynasty has stood in statue form protecting Imperial palaces, tombs, temples, and government offices. The Fu Dog is actually a guardian lion, a common architectural protective figure in Imperial China that was originally brought to Indian culture alongside Buddhism. Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex J. Ducosin Collection, Hawaii, acquired before 2008 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #151855