Dog shaped ceramic container

Dog shaped ceramic container

From the central coast of present-day Peru. It represents a dog breed called "viringo", which is the Peruvian Hairless Dog. In ancient American culture, it was valued for its unique appearance and characteristics, and was included in funeral ceremonies, as well as depicted on painted pottery. Nowadays, it has become an important symbol of Peruvian culture. It showcases the ancient Peruvian people's worship and artistic expression of animals, reflecting their profound understanding and respect for nature and animals. Be able to understand the lifestyle, religious beliefs, and artistic aesthetics of ancient Peruvian society. It is one of the important physical evidence for studying ancient Peruvian civilization.