"Half-calabash Carved Dog Characters New Caledonia Nineteenth"
Carved half-calabash, representing a woman and her young child under her arm carrying a basket on her head, accompanied by a dog; behind her walks a man who carries a large jar or jug on his back, the work of a sailor or convict most likely from New Caledonia (or French Guiana), from the 19th century. This hull is in good general condition. A note: some stains, dirt and scratches on the hull, wear of time, see photos. ___________________________ Dimensions: 19 cm x 16.5 cm / thickness 10.5 cm Reference: E50 14 All the photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com