c 600-1500 AD. Symbolically characterized to represent the dog spirit as the long stiff front legs indicate. This is a recognized dog pose frequently transferred to Taino sculpture. Made of conglomerate stone easily accessible throughout the Dominican Republic. Length 7″. Taino culture. Dominican Republic. Private collection.
Taino Conglomerate Stone Star Gazing Figure, c 600-1500 AD, Symbolic Dog Pose, 7″ Length, Dominican Republic.
