Antique 18th Century Chinese Ningxia Foo Dog Design Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Chinese Rugs, Circa Date: Late 18th Century –  This spectacular foo dog / Chinese guardian lion design rug from Ningxia, China, was created in the late 18th century. Few area rugs of this age are still in existence, and this one tells a unique story. This is a gorgeous piece in ivory and blues. Perhaps more important than its beauty are the clues that it gives us as to its meaning and purpose.

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