Female Chinese Guardian Lion
by Teresa Mucha
Title
Female Chinese Guardian Lion
Artist
Teresa Mucha
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Traditionally statues such as this female Chinese Guardian Lion have stood in front of the wealthy homes or important government buildings and palaces in China. They stand at the entrance and consist of a pair, a male and female. The female always has a pup that she is protecting and the male has an embroidered ball that he guards, showing his power and authority. The statues are always very ornate and also symbolize yin and yang. They are also known as Shi or Foo Dogs, but they represent a Lion and have nothing to do with dogs at all.
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January 16th, 2016
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