P-2501 A FINE & LARGE COLIMA STANDING DOG WITH INTENSE EYES.
This large and compelling
dog standing with open mouth baring teeth, probably barking, ears pricked,
and intense eyes
focusing attention on a possibly perceived intruder. The slip is a strong
deep red color, and the tail curls upward. An icon of West Mexico.
Dimensions
Length: 17 inches. Height: 11.5 inches
Artist or Maker
Unknown ancient Colima artist of West Mexico.
Medium
Ceramic, native pigment.
Date
Protoclassic, circa 100 B.C. to A.D. 250
Condition Report
Excellent condition. No breaks or restorations.
Price SOLD
Provenance
The Federico Bermudez Collection of Pre-Columbian Art, Houston, Texas, acquired
in 1966.