Wild boar sculpture from ZA sculpted out of a single piece of marble
95% condition, there are two small cracks on the chin and front right leg as can be seen through photo. got it when I was travelling to Johannesburg and the seller was very proud of the fact that it was made out of a single marble slab.
24x13xm
Dealer or Gallery
Yes
Hi Nanda,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage South African school carved marble tapir
20th Century
Carved from red/brown stone or marble, in the form of a tapir
13 cm (5 inches) high, 24 cm (9 1/2 inches) long
CONDITION: chip losses to chin and old break and repair to front leg
PROVENANCE: Acquired in South Africa
€ 150-250*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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