Japanese Carved Coral Sculpture Dunhill Exquisite craftsmanship is evident in

Exquisite craftsmanship is evident in the finely detailed musculature of the rearing horse and the coiled menace of the serpent

Collectability and rarity:

this Grand Tour sculpture is a striking interpretation of the ancient Roman Galley

notable for its lavish ornamentation and fluid forms

Design Significance: The tripod support pays homage to classical furniture forms

Japanese Carved Coral Sculpture Dunhill Exquisite craftsmanship is evident inA fine carving of a Stellars Sea Eagle descending into ferocious waves and catching a writhing fish China, circa 1900 Dimensions of coral only: Depth: 10 cms (4 ins) Height: 17 cms (6. 7 ins) Width: 20 cms (8 ins)