The dragon is one of several natural or mythical figures that are on the roof line of Chinese buildings and originally were believed to be protectors against fires. Brightly glazed roof tiles were lined up in a row on the corners of the roof and were often led by the Immortal Man tile of a man riding on a rooster.
Handcast
Glazed and fired ceramic clay
Origin China
Very good condition with no cracks or chips
Height 7.75"
Length 8"
Width 3.5"
Weight 2.2 lbs
Curved roof tile base
Ships double boxed from a non-smoking home.