#243

Neapolitan Resting Horse Attributed to Vassallo Brothers
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$700
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Description
8 1/2" (22 cm.) l. All carved wood with ebony finish, the horse is posed resting upon its folded or extended legs, with defined mane, upright ears, open mouth with teeth, and with enamel inset eyes. Excellent condition. Neapolitan, mid-1700s, attributed to the workshops of the Vassallo Brothers.