antique chinese style temple guardian lions shishi lions foo dogs imperial lions pair 10 5cm 7 Brahma statue protecting sacred teachings and warding

protecting sacred teachings and warding off negative influences

creating a refined display that balances presence and restraint

This antique Indonesian style bronze Ganesha is a powerful four‑armed image of the remover of obstacles

the eye of wisdom — blazes as a raised mark

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antique chinese style temple guardian lions shishi lions foo dogs imperial lions pair 10 5cm 7 Brahma statue protecting sacred teachings and wardingAntique Chinese Style Temple Guardian Lions Foo Dogs Imperial Lions (Pair) 10cm 4" Measures (Height) 10cm 4" A pair of antique Chinesestyle temple guardian lionsalso known as Imperial guardian lions, shishi lions, or foo dogs. Since the lion motif entered China from India, particularly through Buddhist symbolism, guardian lion statues have stood before imperial palaces, tombs, government offices, temples, and the homes of officials and wealthy