Pair of Stone Temple Lions h195 They are based on a

They are based on a style known as 'official's hat' or 'yoke-back'

Produced in Hebei province near Beijing around the start of the last century

with strong design influences from Japan

Families would remember and worship their ancestors with offerings

The chairs' backrests are in a subtle S shape

Pair of Stone Temple Lions h195 They are based on aThese 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