Figure of Dog with Ball
DateLate 19th Century
Object NameFigure
Mediumearthenware
ClassificationsCeramics
DimensionsOverall (Height x Width x Depth): 270 × 120 × 110mm
Overall (Diameter of Ball): 88mm
Overall (Diameter of Ball): 88mm
AcquisitionPresented in 1968.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000776
About MeThis East Asian guardian lion dog is holding what is known as an 'embroidered ball' with a geometric pattern between its front paws. Guardian lion dogs are placed at the entrances of important buildings to protect the building and the people inside.
This guardian lion dog has its mouth closed which is said to keep good spirits in.
The glaze is a bright blue tin glaze, possibly copper oxide.
More About Me
Do you think many dogs could balance a ball in this way? If you were going to attempt to teach one, keep the lessons away from fragile ceramics like this!
Qing Dynasty, possibly 19th century
Tang Dynasty, 618-906
Tang Dynasty, 618-906
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty Qianlong/Jiaqing Period, 1736 - 1820
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, 1736-1796
Possibly 19th century
Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Tang Dynasty, 618-906
Edo Period, possibly late 18th century
Edo Period, possibly late 18th century
Edo Period, possibly late 18th century
