- 835
a large boxwood study of a bitch and puppies signed matsuda sukenaga, 18th/19th century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- 7cm., 2 3/4 in.
the former recumbent on a rectangular base, looking to the left while four pups clamber around her flanks, on a large base, the wood is somewhat worn and bears as good patina, signed Matsuda Sukenaga
Catalogue Note
The work and the wear to the wood suggests that the original carving may have been done in the 18th century and that Sukenaga may have recarved certain parts.