Colima Sitting Dog,

Colima Sitting Dog, Protoclassic, 100 BC-AD 250, resting on rear paws with head held high, large head with incised eyes and teeth, pointed ears, and upturned tail, a flared spout projecting from the head; painted in overall dark reddish brown, ht. 10 1/2 in. Provenance: Newman Collection, New Jersey; Sotheby's, New York, May 20, 1986, Lot 289. Estimate $1,200-1,800 Surface cracks with restoration present. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.