Description Southeast Asia, northern Philippines, Ifugao province, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A charming head rest or stool, hand carved from wood, in the form of a frog with a perky, raised head, elongated body, and curved, crouched limbs. Beautiful patina on surface. Size: 18.75" L x 6.9" W x 5.5" H (47.6 cm x 17.5 cm x 14 cm)
Provenance: private Johnson collection, Los Angeles, California, USA
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#153053
Condition Report Intact, with surface wear commensurate with age, including chips, nicks, and scratches as shown. Rich patina. The wood is weathered and has some hairline fissures in its surface, notably near the tail and neck.