This Fu Dog box is hand carved from Qingtian black mountain stone, traditionally taken from caves in Zhejiang province. The stones from this region have been deftly carved for more than 1500 years by Chinese artisans and prized by art collectors around the world. The stone is valued for it natural beauty with dense coloration and occasional veins or steaks of grey or white. The unique stone is used to make personal signature "chops" as well as figure carvings like this curio box. Each is entirely hand carved and will show slight variations in style and character. Fu Dogs in Asia represent good fortune, prosperity and are protectors against evil and negative energy. Place this small statue box on a desk to store paper clips or other small items while protecting the office from misfortune. Makes a beautiful gift for art collectors or any one interested in Taoist traditions or Feng Shui.

Mythical Fu Dogs are protectors against evil and negative Chi

The statue box is hand carved black soapstone from the Qingtian mountains

Natural variations in the stone add beauty and uniqueness to each carving

Size: Each carving is approximately 6" Tall

Fu Dog lid is unhinged and removes for interior box access