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- Guardian Lions: a symbol of success, prosperity, and guardianship; the ancient guardian statues are always portrayed in pairs and often displayed at the gates of temples, gardens and house porticoes.
- Specifications: the Asian Foo Dogs Garden Statues are made using bonded stone in the stone finish. Each statue measures 18in. high, 7in. wide and 10.5in. deep, and the set weighs 20 lbs.
- Symbolism: the Foo Dogs Statues are protective statues. The female represents yin, symbolically protects people dwelling inside the home, while the male statue, yang, protects the structure itself.
- Decor Statues: the guardian lions add a regal flair to the indoor and outdoor settings and are always designed in pairs. The striking and intricate detailing will make a great focal point.
- Placement: add a sense of sophistication with Fu Dogs that bring favorable energies, good luck. Placing female (with cub) on the left and male (with ball) on the right is considered auspicious.
Culture Spot Asian Fu Dogs Garden Pair Statue is a traditional Chinese architectural ornament that features Guardian male and female lions that are considered to be auspicious and the protectors of sacred buildings. The Asian Foo Dogs Garden Statues are seen as emblems of courage, prosperity, success and, guardianship. Place the pair of mythical lion statues anywhere in your house to attract favorable and positive energies to your lives. The statue is made up of bonded stone and intricate detailing that accentuates the interiors and makes a great focal point. The stone finished pair of Guardian Lions adds the regal flair while keeping alive the true artistic appeal. Always depicted and placed in pair, the male is resting his paw upon an embroidered ball that represents the world, while the female restraining a playful cub that represents nurture. Placing the male lion on the right and female on the left is considered to be the most auspicious. These Chinese decorative statues are designed to be placed in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Place the pair on a console in the foyer or as decorative bookends in your study.