Lot # 15 - Chinese Foo Dog Statue/Bookends & Wooden Carved Koi/Goldfish

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: Ballard Area Pickup, Saturday, Oct 25, 9 - 4
Start Date/Time: 15-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 22-Oct-2025 7:14:00 PM
Current bid:

$13.00

Highest bidder:

Alwayshopping

Auction has ended

Description :

Resin Foo Dog Statues/Bookends 4”x3”x9” high (heavy)

Wooden Fish (2) 21/2” and 31/2”


Chinese Foo Dog (Fu Lion) bookends along with wooden carved koi/goldfish figures. Here’s a detailed description:


Foo Dog Bookends

  • Design & Material:

    • Two identical statues in a deep reddish-brown finish, likely resin or lacquered wood.
    • Each Foo Dog is seated on a square pedestal with intricate carvings and decorative motifs.
    • The lions have detailed manes, fierce facial expressions, and ornamental collars with pendants.
    • One lion has its paw resting on a ball, a traditional symbol of protection and power.
  • Function:

    • These are designed as bookends, so they are heavy and sturdy enough to hold books upright.
  • Cultural Significance:

    • Foo Dogs (or Fu Lions) are traditional Chinese guardian figures, often placed at entrances for protection and good fortune.

Wooden Carved Koi/Goldfish

  • Design:

    • Two separate fish carvings placed in front of the bookends.
    • Each fish has flowing fins and tails, carved with fine detail.
    • Material appears to be wood with a similar reddish finish, matching the bookends.
  • Symbolism:

    • Koi and goldfish are symbols of prosperity, abundance, and perseverance in Chinese culture.



Auction History

Highest bidder is Alwayshopping

Date Bid User
17-Oct-2025 12:20:08 PM $13.00 Alwayshopping
16-Oct-2025 10:55:41 AM $5.00 Altighe

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