Sarah Le Helley

Chinese Decorative Art Auction

Interesting decorative set of five Chinese guardian lion statues, traditionally known as Foo dogs or Fo lions, symbols of protection and prosperity in East Asian culture.

Three figures feature a vivid turquoise blue glaze, with elaborate reliefs, stylized manes, and expressive open jaws, atop geometric pedestals. They are complemented by two small white glazed ceramic pieces.

Pieces of great ornamental appeal, with a marked influence of the Chinese artistic tradition.

Heights: large figure 26 cm, two medium 21 cm and two small 10 cm.

Interesante conjunto decorativo de cinco leones guardianes chinos, tradicionalmente conocidos como perros Foo o leones de Fo, símbolos de protección y prosperidad en la cultura oriental.

Tres figuras presentan un vistoso esmalte azul turquesa, con elaborados relieves, melenas estilizadas y expresivas fauces abiertas, sobre pedestales geométricos. Completan el conjunto dos pequeños ejemplares de cerámica blanca esmaltada.

Piezas de gran atractivo ornamental, con una marcada influencia de la tradición artística china.

Alturas: figura grande 26 cm, dos medianas 21 cm y dos pequeñas 10 cm.

Figure - Perros foo - Porcelain - China  (No reserve price)

As new - unused - 26 cm

Spain (Mainland & Balearic Islands)

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This set of five Chinese porcelain Foo dogs, titled “Perros foo” and dating from 1950–1960, includes three turquoise-glazed figures and two smaller white-glazed figures.

Figure - Perros foo - Porcelain - China (No reserve price)

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This set of five Chinese porcelain Foo dogs, titled “Perros foo” and dating from 1950–1960, includes three turquoise-glazed figures and two smaller white-glazed figures.

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