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Joseph G. Gerena Fine Art

Superb Lombok Ivory Betel Nut Chisel with Iron Blade
Indonesia; Lombok
19th c.
Ivory
Overall length: 7 5/8" (19.4cm), sculpture: 2 7/8" (7.3cm)

Superb Lombok Ivory Betel Nut Chisel with Iron Blade

It shows an old man seated on a stool holding a frog by its front legs. The man appears to be talking or singing to the frog. This carving is a small masterpiece, showing animation and sensitivity in treatment of both human and animal.

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