Mexican Xoloitzcuintle Dog Figurine

This small figurine depicts the Xoloitzcuintle - the Mexican hairless dog. The name derives from "Xolotl" (the Aztec god of the underworld) and "itzcuintli" (the Aztec word for dog), and is affectionately known as Xolo. It is believed, according to Aztec legend, that the Xolo came to be when Xolotl (the god of death) created a dog from the Bone of Life. Xolotl gave the dog to man who was told to fiercely guard it. In exchange the dog would guide Man to the heavens.

Specifications: 3. 5cm × 6. 5cm × 6. 5cm

Origin: Mexico