These ceramique statues are modelled on the wife of the boss of Rishtan pottery in the Fergana valley in Uzbekistan.
I like them because of their “ if you dare …” attitude.

Rishtan is famous for its blue traditional pottery.
The pottery of Rishtan masters – kuzgars,
which is covered with bright blue glaze «ishkor»,
was in big demand along the whole length of the Great Silk Road,
from China to Arabian Peninsula.

Some pictures of my journeys to Uzbekistan you can find on the following link

Uzbekistan: Press here for link

Women of Central Asia: Press here for link