The McCoy Pensive Hound Planter: A Study in Mid-Century Anthropomorphic Form Louisiana and Qigong to bring focus

and Qigong to bring focus and discipline to her work

sultry hue that suggests ancient lacquerware or the dark intensity of a fine wine

creates a truly eclectic and vibrant aesthetic

where each element converges to create a harmonious whole

amplifying the raw

The McCoy Pensive Hound Planter: A Study in Mid-Century Anthropomorphic Form Louisiana and Qigong to bring focus6W x 7 1 2H x 8 1 2D This exceptional "Thinking Dog" vessel by the Nelson McCoy Pottery Company serves as a quintessential example of Mid Century American zoomorphic design, reimagined for the modern showroom as a sophisticated sculptural planter. Originally modeled as the "Lazy Dog," the piece is characterized by bold, rounded volumes and an expressive, pensive silhouette that reflects the playful anthropomorphism central to McCoys mid century studio