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Dog's Head

unknownearly 20th century

District Museum of the Kalisz Land

District Museum of the Kalisz Land
Kalisz, Poland

This exhibit is a piece of blacksmithing work, cast in iron. It was produced in the village of Kotwasice, in the Malanów municipality. The object showcases the craftsmanship of blacksmithing, drawing attention to the quality and attention to detail. The sculpture depicts the head of a dog in a defensive posture, with an open mouth and erect ears, waiting and listening for potential danger. The artist clearly emphasizes the dog’s teeth, notably the size of its fangs. The cast piece served as a decorative element on a doghouse in a rural household.

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  • Title: Dog's Head
  • Creator: unknown
  • Date Created: early 20th century
  • Location Created: Poland, Kotwasice (Malanów)
  • Physical Dimensions: h 8 cm, w 8 cm, d 6 cm
  • Type: secular object
  • Medium: cast iron
  • Art Form: casting, forging
  • Depicted Topic: iron, sculpture, dog
District Museum of the Kalisz Land

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