Large Chinese Sancai Glazed Terracotta Foo Dog

Description

A substantial and dramatic molded ceramic foo dog finished in Sancai glazes of green, ochre and cream, along with cobalt … more A substantial and dramatic molded ceramic foo dog finished in Sancai glazes of green, ochre and cream, along with cobalt blue and a bit of manganese reddish purple. This terra cotta foo has finlike paws, and in a traditional composition, a puppy is found beneath a raised front paw. Sculptures such as this were made as architectural ornaments, and a foo dog was an auspicious presence. Probably early to mid 20th century. Very rustic style of hand made pottery, with many irregularities. Some chipping around the base, mostly very small, and with hard to spot restoration to paw with the puppy.
H: 18 ¾ W: 19 D: 10 less