Pair of Stone Temple Lions h195 Families would remember and worship

Families would remember and worship their ancestors with offerings

with strong design influences from Japan

The chairs' backrests are in a subtle S shape

the central carving is made from camphor

As they are produced by hand

Pair of Stone Temple Lions h195 Families would remember and worshipThese fierce looking creatures are Chinese temple lions, often also referred to as 'foo dogs'. They are traditionally seen in pairs (male and female) outside the entrances of temples, restaurants or other businesses in China, acting as powerful guardians against evil spirits. These ones are from Beijing and individually carved in stone so they can vary slightly. They are great used as bookends or door stops, or simply as interesting ornaments. Sold as