{"product_id":"the-guardian-lion","title":"The Guardian Lion","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese wooden architectural carving depicting a Guardian Lion often referred to as a \"Foo Dog\" a similar auspicious mythical creature like a Qilin. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePieces like this were typically used as decorative or structural elements in traditional East Asian architecture, such as a corbel, bracket insert, or decorative wall panel for a temple, ancestral hall, or wealthy estate. The flat backing panel with a top mounting tab indicates it was meant to be fitted into a larger wooden framework or hung. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is carved from wood, featuring traditional gilding (gold leaf paint) on the creature's body, which has aged and developed a rich patina over time. The stylized, swirling mane and tail, bulging eyes, and expressive face are classic features of late Qing Dynasty Chinese folk carving. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Chinese culture, these creatures are powerful symbols of protection, warding off evil spirits and bringing good fortune, prosperity, and stability to the household.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flea Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41316692787272,"sku":"ANTIKASIA_0013","price":14500.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/6267\/0920\/files\/THEGUARDIANLION52.jpg?v=1787022275","url":"https:\/\/surroundliving.com\/en-us\/products\/the-guardian-lion","provider":"Surround Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}