General Auction including Antiques & Collectables, Gold & Silver (14% Buyers Commission)
This hand-carved wooden sculpture depicts a reclining English Bulldog in a stylised folk art manner. The figure is carved from a hardwood with a prominent grain, likely monkeypod wood, and is finished with a polished mid-brown stain. The design is characterised by deep-cut grooves representing heavy facial wrinkles and body folds. Contrasting dark staining or paint has been applied to accentuate the ears, eyes, nose, paws, and tail. The piece is indicative of large-scale decorative carvings often originating from Southeast Asia for the export market. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the piece.
Condition report:
The item is in good overall condition. The wooden surface retains a high-sheen finish with no visible signs of major cracking, chips, or structural repairs. Minor surface wear and faint scuffs are present, consistent with age and decorative use.
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