Sold for $34,375

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

Attributed to Francesco Toso (Italian, active late 19th Century)

Mr. and Mrs. Devil
circa 1890
carved and ebonized wood
retaining a rich patina
Height of each approximately 48 inches.

Property from the Collection of Dr. James Dawson, Manchester, Kentucky

Condition Report

Both with surface scratches and minor wear consistent with age.
Mr: Both horn tips and right thumb repaired with original parts. Loss to coat tail edge. Old repair to right leg. Three old and minor chips.
Mrs: Right shoe tip detached, but piece is present and intact. Loss to both cuff corners on left sleeve. Six fingers and corner of hat repaired with original parts. Old loss to one finger tip.

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