This charming effigy of a fox is a perfect
example of the amazing craftsmanship that was
developed in Costa Rica. Lying down peacefully,
yet attentive, the figure gives us the same feeling
of contentment and security that a dog would
give us. His beautiful coloring adds to his
presence and demonstrates that some pieces can
withstand the ravages of time.
The piece is created in a variety of colors. The
body of the animal is done in a red slip and black
decoration is added. The red is a deep russet
color, completely untouched by time. The tail is
done in a beige slip and then decorated with
brown. This type of fore thought shows that the
artist was highly interested in promoting a
realistic image. For us, this idea helps us to
understand the person behind the object and
thus a quick view into a world long since gone.
- (PF.3458)
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