Austrian pug in terracotta, 19th century

This seated Austrian pug is a beautiful cold-painted terracotta sculpture, dating from the late 19th century (circa 1880-1890) and typical of Viennese manufacturing of the period. The work is distinguished by its strong expressive realism, accentuated by the detailed wrinkles on its muzzle, the collar decorated in relief, and the characteristic applied amber-colored glass eyes.