Pre-Columbian Colima Dog

These two ancient pottery dogs are full of character and would make a great addition to any dog lovers residence. Love the tongues and tails.
NOTE; Price is $350 each.
Length 140 mm
Height 100 mm

In the history of the Americas, the pre-Columbian era, also known as the pre-contact era, spans from the initial peopling of the Americas in the Upper Paleolithic era to the onset of European Colinisation which began with Christopher Columbus's voyage in 1492. This era encompasses the history of indigeneous peoples prior to significant European influence, which in some cases did not occur until decades or even centuries after Columbus's arrival.
Today, we know of the significance of domesticated dogs in indigenous cultures partly due to the creation of ceramic effigies, known as Colima Dogs. Colima pottery can be recognized by their shiny (as a result of burnishing before firing), red-orange appearance. Colima dogs can be found in a variety of poses, often featuring large pot-bellies or maize (corn) in their mouths. Placed in burial chambers, Colima Dogs acted as or represented a source of food, a companion, or a guide to the deceased.