The Shishi or fu dogs are the stone guardian lions of Chinese legend and a traditional ornament for many different types of buildings. They can be seen flanking the entrances and gates of both public and private structures. Each statue is masterfully crafted from magnesium and hand finished in a gorgeous antique bronze. Dimensions: 16.9" L x 9.8" W x 16.5" H. Additional Details ------------------------------ Bullet point: The Shishi or fu dogs are the stone guardian lions of Chinese legend and a traditional ornament for many different types of buildings. They can be seen flanking the entrances and gates of both public and private structures. Each statue is masterfully crafted from magnesium and hand finished in a gorgeous antique bronze. Product description: The Shishi or fu dogs are the stone guardian lions of Chinese legend and a traditional ornament for many different types of buildings. They can be seen flanking the entrances and gates of both public and private structures. Each statue is masterfully crafted from magnesium and hand finished in a gorgeous antique bronze.