Matching statues carved of Jadeite, with stands. One Foo Dog is shown with paw on a sphere; the other has a paw on a Foo baby. These figures stand guard over the entrance to Buddhist temples and tombs; thus discouraging evil spirits and wrong doers from entering, and maintaining peace and tranquility within the sanctuary. The fearsome pair sit with heads tilted inward. Each creatures sits on a Jadeite base as well as a rectangular wooden stand. Measure, with stands, apprx 22-1/4"H x 14"W x 10-1/4"L.
2,000/2,500 Sold $1,437.50
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