antique chinese style temple guardian lions shishi lions foo dogs imperial lions pair 10 5cm 7 Brahma statue meditation and arts The Shiva

meditation and arts The Shiva is mounted on wood (later)

The lotus flower

A simply wonderful piece representing the most significant elements of Buddhist teaching

This symbolic pose represents the five perfections: Generosity

protecting sacred teachings and warding off negative influences

antique chinese style temple guardian lions shishi lions foo dogs imperial lions pair 10 5cm 7 Brahma statue meditation and arts The ShivaAntique 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