#226

Neapolitan Bull Attributed to Vassallo Brothers
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Description
All carved wood with dark brown and cream shaded finish, the bull is posed standing, with inclined head as though grazing, with sculpted horns and ears, closed mouth, well-defined musculature and with enamel inset eyes. Excellent condition. Neapolitan, mid-1700s, attributed to the workshops of the Vassallo Brothers.