Lot 9: Hand Carved Monkeywood Turtle or Tortoise Sculpture
A hand-carved Monkeywood sculpture depicting a turtle or tortoise, rendered in a realistic, yet stylized, manner. The shell is detailed with incised lines representing scutes, and the extremities feature carved claws. The piece is crafted from a dark reddish-brown wood, displaying natural grain and a polished or waxed finish. The eyes are inlaid with a light-colored material for the sclera and a dark pupil. No visible text, markings, or signatures are apparent on the item.
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