Green Hardstone Frog Sculpture, Chinese, Late 20th Century

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A charming carved frog in mottled green hardstone, likely serpentine, with a naturalistic, sculptural presence. The crouching form features rounded … Read more A charming carved frog in mottled green hardstone, likely serpentine, with a naturalistic, sculptural presence. The crouching form features rounded contours, articulated limbs, and a gently modeled surface - details that lend texture and character, with a low, grounded profile that subtly recalls the form of a toad. The variegated green—ranging from deep moss tones to lighter, almost celadon tones—adds depth and a lively, organic quality.
Both sculptural and approachable, this piece works beautifully as a decorative accent—tucked into a bookshelf, placed atop a stack of books, or set on a table where it adds a touch of the unexpected. It also makes a wonderful keepsake, with a subtly sentimental character.
Equally at home in a sunroom or on a patio table, it brings a note of the garden indoors—or extends the interior out.
Likely produced in China in the mid to late 20th century for export. Unmarked.
Height: 2.5 in.
Width: 4.5 in.
Depth: 5.5 in. See less