Dog at Play with 3 Birds P00325-P00736 so that candles may burn

so that candles may burn out according to tradition

then mounted on a gessoed panel with the sides painted a light cream tone

the result of hand-shaping on and off a potters' wheel

38” drop

and pages from antique books are the primary types of papers used

Dog at Play with 3 Birds P00325-P00736 so that candles may burnThis quizzical dog is modeled after Broski's own beloved dog, Porter, who was rescued by her husband on Valentine's Day 2005. Three of her signature birds are perched on top. Each dog starts as a series of clay cones and cylinders. As they are assembled, the pose emerges. The surface is smoothed then textured. After the first firing, glaze is applied and then selectively wiped away to create a worn look. Each piece is unique and will vary. Matte