Jalisco Terracotta Dog Effigy Vessel - PF.2630,Origin: Western Mexico,Circa: 300 BC to 300 AD,Dimensions: 6.5" (16.5cm) high,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: Jalisco,Medium: Terracotta. Ancient craftsmen in the state of Jalisco, located in the west coast region of Mexico, produced a dramatic array of art in clay, specializing in lively and interesting sculptural figures. Here, an extraordinary example of that artistry is revealed in this dog effigy vessel. Portrayed with immense charm and spirit, he stands on all fours in an attentive pose. A delightfully rotund body forms the main portion of the vessel, while his small head displays a wide-open mouth. From these jaws we expect at any moment to hear his canine, staccato bark echoing down through the ages. Clearly, this ceramic masterpiece expresses wholeheartedly the intimate relationship that the Jalisco culture shared with the natural world that surrounded them. HT.

Antiquities
Ancient Central America & Mexico