Vintage Shi (foo dog) Polyresin Lions --- Pair ---Good Feng Shui ---Estate Sale

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Vintage Beautifully Crafted Chinese Shi (lion/foo dog) Polyresin Figurines
Estate Sale
“Chinese guardian lions or Imperial guardian lions, often miscalled "Foo Dogs
" in the West, are a common representation of the lion in imperial China
. Chinese guardian lions are sometimes referred to in English as shishi, from the Chinese shí shī (Chinese
:
石獅
; pinyin
: shíshī; literally: "stone lion
"), which refers specifically to lion sculptures in stone.
The lions are traditionally carved from decorative stone, such as marble and granite or cast in bronze or iron. Because of the high cost of these materials and the labor required to produce them, private use of guardian lions was traditionally reserved for wealthy or elite families. Indeed, a traditional symbol of a family's wealth or social status was the placement of guardian lions in front of the family home."
This is a set of two Chinese lion figurines
---beautifully crafted, colorful green with generous shades of cream statues, detailed shishi (lion/foo dog), each one exquisitely done. This pair of stunning colored Shi (lion) are called guardian lions. The lions symbolized the power to protect the family, wealth and social status. The mystical lions are placed to ward off evil. This set comes in the original box and can be given as a gift or placed in the home as art décor. Provides good Feng Shui.
This fierce pair of Shi Lions is a stunning and colorful green and cream mixture. Very noticeable and pleasing display. Great guardians for home or work place. Lucky.
The individual lions are approx. 6"L x 5"W x 5"H and weigh approx. 3 lbs. 2 oz. each. So the pair would weigh 6 lbs. 4 oz. total.
I have two sets of these estate items listed for sale. They are paired guardian lions, one with mouth open, the other with the mouth shut. Estate Sale.
Keep in mind that there are some color differences in the pictures due to the light/graphic qualities of the camera/flash and individual computer graphics capabilities.
Perfect for a collection or display. Great gift item.
Exquisite.