Bidspirit auction | Handcrafted Marbled Paper Mache and

Handcrafted Marbled Paper Mache and Wood King Cobra Sculpture - A handcrafted decorative sculpture of a king cobra in a striking pose with an expanded hood and exposed fangs. The piece is constructed from a solid wood core, visible at the underside, which has been built up with paper mache. The exterior is finished in a decorative scheme of marbled paper featuring elaborate feathered or cockshell patterns in shades of ochre, black, and pale yellow. The entire surface is treated with a high-gloss clear lacquer. The fangs are fashioned from a rigid material and finished in a gold tone. The flat wooden underside reveals a natural grain and a small knot in the timber. Unsigned. 14” H x 13” W x 9” D. 20C