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Ancient History: The Origin of Dogs of Foo

April 2, 2019 / Mackinnon Fine Furniture / Leave a comment

Dogs of Foo are guardian animals that originated in China and can be traced back to the Han Dynasty (206 BCE-211 CE).  These lion-like creatures were often placed at the entrances of palaces, temples, and homes to guard and protect.  Foo dogs are almost always shown in pairs, with one male and one female, to … Continue reading Ancient History: The Origin of Dogs of Foo

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