Antique Ceramic Dragon Fish

A temple roof tile fashioned in a dragon-fish motif with a truncated body and a large grinning mouth. Most often found along roof ridges, its presence is said to guard inhabitants against the elements; such as fires, floods and typhoons. This dragon-fish can be likened to the Western gargoyle, warding off evil.

From Southern China during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Circa 1750-1800.

Dragon-fish Roof Tile during Ming and Qing Dynasties: 1750-1800