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Comala Dog

Pre-Hispanic Ceramic Sculpture from Mexico

$99.99
(3 reviews) Write a Review
SKU: 177433
Baying at the moon, this plump little dog with wrinkled skin replicates those found in shaft tombs throughout western Mexico. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association depict the xoloitzcuintli, a cheerful, barkless species prized by ancient man. Sculpted in clay as funerary offerings, they accompanied their masters in death to aid the soul in crossing rivers of blood along the road of the dead. This is a replica of a museum piece from Comala, Colima.
  • Stucco on ceramic
  • 1.83 lbs
  • 7.8 inches H x 4.9 inches W x 8.8 inches D
  • Made in Mexico

3 Reviews

  • 5
    You can never have enough!

    Posted by Sarah on Dec 20th 2019

    This sculptures are amazing, the level of detail, and character that the faces have, is just amazing. I will continue to buy these sculptures! This artist is fantastic, and they are my favourite Xolo sculptures of all time!

  • 5
    Ancient Artwork

    Posted by R.Paul on Aug 9th 2017

    Have always had a great interest in Pre-Hispanic history of the America's. Showing the great artwork of just one of the great ancient cultures from that part of the world.

  • 5
    Mexican memory-holder

    Posted by Randy on Jun 22nd 2016

    I love Mexico's ancient cultures, archaeology sites, and handicrafts, and I've adopted "Dia de los muertos" as a tradition for remembering my parents, grandparents, and ancestors. As a dog lover, I wanted a representation of my old canine friends, as well, and this figure guards their memory on my Day of the Dead altar and on my bookcase year-round. It has very special meaning for me.

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