A Rare Chinese Warring States Dynasty Pottery Animal
July 2014 Auction by Far East Asian Art

This interesting and rare unglazed pottery animal is believed to date to the Chinese Warring States period.(see footnote**). It is hand molded in the shape of a somewhat splay footed animal standing on all four legs. It is impossible to tell whether it was made to represent a real animal such as a bear – or is a mythical representation of some creature. The piece measures 7 ¼” long – stands 4 1/8” high – and is 2 ½” wide. It is in excellent condition with no cracks or chips...