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Pair Han-Style Green Glazed Dogs

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is a great pair of Chinese Green Glazed dog figures on plinths. The dogs date to the early to mid 20th century and are marked "Hong Kong" on the bottoms. Both dogs are in very good condition with the think fragile glazes mostly intact. Figures and urns such as these with green glazes and pottery/terracotta bodies evolved during the Han Dynasty c. 20 - 250 C.E. and were burial items and not intended for household use as the thin lead glazes were toxic. More common examples of Han green glazed pottery include the parrots on rocks figures, urns and vases with the dogs being much more unusual. The dogs would make outstanding eye-catchers on bookcases or wonderful table decorations.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good. Overall very good condition with very minor glaze faults and normal patina
Creation Date:	c. 1920-1930
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Other, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.08.04.25
Incollect Reference #:	822512

Dimensions

W.	9 in;	H.	11 in;	D.	4 in;
W.	22.86 cm;	H.	27.94 cm;	D.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.