{"product_id":"vintage-heavy-resin-foo-dog-guardian-lion-with-brocade-ball","title":"Vintage Heavy Resin Foo Dog Guardian Lion with Brocade Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully imposing vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoo Dog, or Chinese guardian lion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, cast in substantial, unusually heavy resin with a rich dark brown, almost bronze-like finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrouched protectively over a traditional decorated brocade ball, this characterful guardian has a wonderfully fierce expression, with bared teeth, pronounced brows and an elaborate mane formed from deep scrolling curls. One powerful paw grips the ball while the muscular body sweeps backwards into a spectacular raised tail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe modelling is particularly attractive, with decorative scrollwork continuing across the body and mane, substantial clawed paws and incised floral and geometric detailing across the brocade ball. The deep brown finish catches the raised areas beautifully, emphasising the sculptural detail and giving the piece considerable presence despite its relatively compact size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally known in the West as Foo Dogs, these Chinese guardian lions have long been associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprotection, strength and prosperity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making this a striking decorative piece as well as an interesting addition to a collection of Asian-inspired art and curios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Foo Dog \/ Chinese guardian lion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy resin construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich dark brown \/ bronze-effect finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional decorated brocade ball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElaborately modelled curling mane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen mouth with detailed teeth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge raised tail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative detailing throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstantial and unusually heavy for its size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good vintage condition with age-related surface wear and natural variations to the finish, all contributing to its character. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crow \u0026 Cauldron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55324523594057,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4176\/3145\/files\/EBA66BC3-44BF-4C85-8282-4C69989EEDB8.jpg?v=1789209312","url":"https:\/\/crowandcauldron.co.uk\/products\/vintage-heavy-resin-foo-dog-guardian-lion-with-brocade-ball","provider":"The Crow \u0026 Cauldron","version":"1.0","type":"link"}