Antique chinese porcelain Blanc De Chine Foo Dog

  
Antique chinese porcelain Blanc De Chine Foo Dog. This product data sheet is originally written in English. A 19th century Blanc de Chine porcelain Buddhist lion standing on a pedestal.

Foo dogs, as they are commonly called in the West, actually depict lions that usually stand guard in front of Chinese imperial palaces and imperial tombs. They are usually depicted in pairs, with the male resting his paw on an embroidered ball and the female restraining a playful cub. Probably late 19th century with a potter's stamp.

There are chips on the tips of the fangs which are only visible with a magnifying glass, the left ear has been professionally restored. Please carefully regard all photos. Material: glazed porcelain Height 34 cm Width 11 cm Depth 15 cm Weight 2736 grams Condition: There are chips on the tips of the fangs which are only visible with a magnifying glass, the left ear has been professionally restored.