Bring a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this stunning pair of cast iron Foo Dogs, masterfully crafted in the style of traditional Japanese art. These rare, hand-carved sculptures from the Japanese Showa Period are not only captivating home décor pieces but also steeped in cultural significance, often used in meditation, religious ceremonies, and for protection.
In Japanese culture, a pair of lions are often depicted as one male and one female, with the male holding a ball and the female holding a cub. The ball represents the material elements, while the cub represents the spirit element. The lions are thought to protect the building from harmful spirits.
- Material: Iron
- 21cm x 21cm x 15cm
- Weigh 5kg each
- Japanese vintage
- Includes 2 Iron Emperor Lions
