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Sculptor:
Unknown (Japanese)  Search this
Medium:
Sculpture: sandstone; Base: sandstone
Culture:
Japanese  Search this
Type:
Sculptures-Outdoor Sculpture
Sculptures
Owner/Location:
Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion 151 Charlotte Street Japanese Garden, east of teahouse Canandaigua New York 14424
Date:
Dedicated between 1902 and 1916
Notes:
Save Outdoor Sculpture, New York survey, 1994.
Image on file.
unsigned
The information provided about this artwork was compiled as part of the Smithsonian American Art Museum's Inventories of American Painting and Sculpture database, designed to provide descriptive and location information on artworks by American artists in public and private collections worldwide.
Summary:
One of two fu dogs placed on opposite sides at the intersection of two paths. This fu dog is located on the left side of the path. It sits on its hindquarters, and its mouth is open revealing several teeth. Its head is turned to its proper left, and it faces its companion on the opposite side of the path. The sculpture has a short, rectangular base.
Topic:
Animal--Dog  Search this
Animal--Lion  Search this
Ethnic  Search this
Mythology--Asian  Search this
Control number:
IAS NY000808
Data Source:
Art Inventories Catalog, Smithsonian American Art Museums
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:siris_ari_337808