Pair of Fu Lion Charms

This pair of limestone fu dogs are hand-carved the traditional style, designed to flank the entryway to a home or garden. The mythical pair represents yin and yang, the balance of male and female energies. Carved with expressive facial features and elaborate manes, each fu dog sits with its characteristic accessory on its back - the female shizi with a baby fu dog, representing the cycle of life, and the male shizi with an embroidered ball, representing dominion over the universe. Seated on squared plinths, these lively lion dogs are the ultimate protectors of the home.