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 | Large Pair of Dancing Foo Dogs
A120090I
Actual size: 3.5 in x 4 in* each
List: $12.00
Sale: $5.99
(Postage added $0.85) | These dogs known as Foo Dogs, Shi Shi and Komainu in various forms in Japan and China are representative of guardians. See more information below.
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In Ancient China, statues of mythical creatures known as Fu Dogs were placed outside homes, palaces, and businesses to ward off evil spirits and keep thieves at bay.
The Male dog is usually a bit larger, and has his foot resting upon a ball. This represents the world,
or the home. The Female has her foot resting upon a baby Fu Dog, representing the family. Thus, the male protects the home, and the female protects the family.
Fu Dogs are traditionally placed at the front door, facing outward to protect the establishment
behind them. For a more practical placement, simply place them just inside your front door to guard your home, or on your desk to guard your office area. Position the pair next to each other so that the foot that rests on the ground is on the outside, and the foot that is up is on the inside.
Throughout history and in different regions variations for the use and meaning of these guardians has varied and anyone looking for strict authenticity in the use and form of these images should research the subject on the internet. Images provided here as rubber stamps come from various sources and are not meant to authenticate any specific form. | You might be interested in these related searches: Dogs, PlateA120.
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