FIGURINE OF A FISH
Creator(s): Unknown
On view in: Marjorie Post's Bedroom
About this object
The ornamental fish is carved somewhat realistically in bloodstone. The scales are depicted with cross hatching. It has a large fin on its back that projects upwards and the tail turns downwards. Its mouth is open and its eye is wide open. The body, two forward fins, and tail are arranged that it will rest easily on the table for decorative purposes.
- Object name:
- FIGURINE OF A FISH
- Made from:
- Bloodstone
- Made in:
- USA
- Date made:
- 20th c.
- Size:
- 12.7 cm (5 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 21.17
- Class:
- HARDSTONE
- Signature marks:
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973