{"product_id":"pair-of-foo-dogs-guardian-lion-statues","title":"Pair of Foo Dogs Guardian Lion Statues – 10.5\" High","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring symbolism, history, and Old World Asian garden style to your home or landscape with this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair of Foo Dogs Guardian Lion Statues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Made of durable cast stone, this matching left and right pair features the traditional seated guardian form with expressive faces, curled details, strong paws, and decorative carved styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough commonly called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoo Dogs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFu Dogs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these figures are traditionally based on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese guardian lions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than actual dogs. For centuries, guardian lions have been placed at entrances to temples, palaces, homes, gardens, courtyards, and important buildings as symbols of protection, strength, prosperity, and good fortune. Their powerful posture and watchful expression are meant to guard the entrance and welcome positive energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoo Dogs are often displayed as a pair, with one placed on each side of a doorway, gate, staircase, garden path, or entryway. The pair creates balance and symmetry while giving the space a strong protective presence. Their sculptural form works beautifully in Asian-inspired gardens, meditation spaces, courtyard entrances, patios, porches, and formal landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis cast stone Foo Dog pair comes in a color choice so you can select the finish that best complements your garden or architectural setting. Because these statues ship by FedEx, they are easier to order and receive than many heavier freight-only garden pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair of Foo Dogs Guardian Lion Statues\u003cbr\u003eAlso Known As: Fu Dogs, Foo Dog Lions, Chinese Guardian Lions, Temple Lions, Shishi Lions\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Cast stone\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Available in a color choice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/statue.com\/search?q=foo+dogs\" title=\"Browse guardian lion statues foo dog statuary\"\u003eAsian Foo Dogs\u003c\/a\u003e garden statues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StoneCasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43452588064857,"sku":"CHS3020L\u0026R-Set","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/1623\/9449\/files\/Pair-of-Foo-Dogs-Statue-_CHS3020R-3020L_2.jpg?v=1781978964","url":"https:\/\/statue.com\/products\/pair-of-foo-dogs-guardian-lion-statues","provider":"Statue.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}