Pair of Vintage Japanese Guardian Lions - Kutani - Foo Dogs - Fu Dogs - Shishi

USD 200.00

Condition: Used

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Feng Shui Symbolic Protection: Designed to act as a harmonious pair to establish energetic balance, ward off negative energies, and invite prosperity. 1-Column Ebay Template dewiso.com /* Override Bootstrap defaults to ensure no gaps */ body { margin: 0 !important; padding: 0 !important; font-size: 16px; } * { margin: 0; padding: 0; } img { max-width: 100%; } /* Primary color styles */ .primary-color-bg { background-color: #000000; } .primary-text-color { color: #ffffff; } /* Secondary color styles */ .secondary-color-text { color: #000000; } .secondary-color-bg { background-color: #F5F5F5; } /* Ensure container has proper max-width */ .container { max-width: 1200px !important; } /* Gallery Styles */ .content__gallery { width: 100%; max-width: 1200px; margin: 0 auto; text-align: center; } .thumb__float { display: block; cursor: pointer; width: 100px; height: 100px; border: none; box-shadow: none; transition: opacity 0.3s; } .thumb__float:hover { opacity: 0.8; } .thumb__wrapper { width: 100%; height: 100%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; } .thumb__wrapper img { max-width: 100%; max-height: 100%; object-fit: cover; } .slider__wrapper { width: 100%; height: auto; aspect-ratio: 16/9; /* Maintain aspect ratio */ max-height: 400px; overflow: hidden; position: relative; border: none; outline: none; } .slider { display: flex; width: 300%; height: 100%; transition: transform 0.3s ease-in-out; transform: translateX(0); } .slider > div { width: 33.333%; height: 100%; background-size: contain; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: center; background-color: inherit; border: none; outline: none; } /* Focus states - for click persistence */ .thumb1:focus ~ .slider__wrapper .slider { transform: translateX(0%); } .thumb2:focus ~ .slider__wrapper .slider { transform: translateX(-33.333%); } .thumb3:focus ~ .slider__wrapper .slider { transform: translateX(-66.666%); } /* Hover states - CSS sibling selectors */ .thumb1:hover ~ .slider__wrapper .slider { transform: translateX(0%); } .thumb2:hover ~ .slider__wrapper .slider { transform: translateX(-33.333%); } .thumb3:hover ~ .slider__wrapper .slider { transform: translateX(-66.666%); } /* Remove focus outline for cleaner look */ .thumb__float:focus { outline: none; opacity: 0.7; } /* Mobile responsiveness */ @media (max-width: 768px) { .slider__wrapper { max-height: 300px; } .thumb__float { width: 75px; height: 75px; } .thumb__container { gap: 5px; } } Pair of Vintage Japanese Guardian Lions Kutani - Foo Dogs - Fu Dogs - Shishi - Temple Lions Exquisite Red, Gold & Polychrome Ceramic Statues This spectacular matched pair of original vintage guardian lions is a masterclass in classic Eastern sculpture and traditional ceramic glazing. Crafted in the iconic Japanese Kutani style with exquisite hand-painted polychrome detailing, these statues follow the true historical lineage of imperial Japanese temple shishi and Chinese guardian lions. The two protective figures function as a synchronized pair, embodying structural balance, ancestral power, and spiritual protection for the home . These are authentic mid-to-late 20th-century porcelain-style ceramic collector pieces built with uncompromised manufacturing standards. Features & Details Ornate Mori Glaze Craftsmanship: Displays a deeply textured, three-dimensional raised scale-like texture evoking dragon hide, accented by fine gold line work on the flowing manes and tails. Pierced Polychrome Detailing: Highlighted with high-contrast enamels in cobalt blue, jade green, vivid orange, and pure white. One figure rests its paw upon an intricately molded, openwork pierced ball. Feng Shui Symbolic Protection: Designed to act as a harmonious pair to establish energetic balance, ward off negative energies, and invite prosperity. Solid Ceramic Construction: Dense kiln-fired ceramic density provides a substantial four-pound weight presence with traditional hollow bases confirming studio artisan heritage. Specifications Taller figure 7.5 inches high by 5.25 inches wide by 7 inches long. Shorter figure 7 inches high. Total set weight 4 pounds. Materials include ceramic porcelain with polychrome glazes and gold accents. Condition: Good to E xcellent vintage condition. No chips cracks or repairs. Glazes remain glossy and vibrant. Minor age appropriate wear only visible under close inspection. Structurally sound and display ready. House Styles • Chinoiserie Chic & Grandmillennial • Japandi Minimalism & Wabi-Sabi • Hollywood Regency & Eclectic Maximalism • Traditional Mid-Century Asian Modern Perfect For • High-end architectural mantel layouts and fireplace hearth decor • Feng Shui symmetry arrangements at luxury home entryways and foyers • Curated library bookshelves alongside antique leather-bound books • Professional executive offices and creative studio spaces requiring statement art • Connoisseurs of authentic Kutani ware and vintage Asian ceramics Perfect Gift For • New homeowners curating an elevated organic modern space • Collectors of antique Asian items, Chinese export porcelain and Japanese export pottery • Design enthusiasts who love bold, high-contrast cultural statement objects • Business owners celebrating a grand opening or an executive promotion Collector’s Notes The Imperial Sphere: The male lion rests its heavy paw upon a decorative, openwork sphere known as a tama (jewel or globe). In Asian palace traditions, this globe represents the structure of the universe, cosmic order, and dominion over the material world. Crafting a hollow, multi-windowed ball inside a unified porcelain sculpture requires incredible precision during the kiln-firing stage to prevent the shifting weight from collapsing the delicate openings. The Mori Clay Transformation: The textured, scale-like hide of these lions uses a highly technical, late-nineteenth-century glazing style called Mori (slip decoration). Artisans squeezed liquid clay through thin canvas pastry-style bags directly onto the smooth porcelain surface to build up three-dimensional ridges. Once fired, this raised relief texture gives the mythical beasts an tactile, organic hide that traps ambient room light and produces deep shadows. Add to Cart Now — Only One Set Available! Free Local Pickup: Las Vegas, NV Delivery & Worldwide Shipping Please contact if you have a question! 🗽LV Antiques: Vintage & Liquidation Emporium🗽 Your trusted source for curated antiques, vintage finds & liquidation deals. Bringing historical charm and modern convenience together – one treasure at a time. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Asian › 1900-Now › Japanese › Figures & Statues.