Description:
This figure is a very fine example of a Bixie. It has an open mouth with a protruding tongue. The eyes and ears lay flat on the side of the head. The tail curves up and touches the protrusion the is coming out of the dogs head. There is a concentric circle design on each side of the dog’s hindquarters.

Tags:
ancient; archaeology; dogs; animals

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