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Indonesia; Lombok 19th c. Ivory Overall length: 7 5/8" (19.4cm), sculpture: 2 7/8" (7.3cm) |
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. |