Carved and Painted Panel of an Ice Cutting Scene

Carved and Painted Panel of an Ice Cutting Scene, New York or New England, c. 1934, the scene carved in low relief with four figures, a dog, a mule, and a sleigh, with mountainous landscape beyond, all surrounded by a carved and painted faux frame, initialed "F.P." (l.l.) and carved with date and initials "-2-10-34-/F.P." (on the reverse), overall 11 1/2 x 16 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

This carved scene is in nice shape. The paint has some craquelure, and there is probably a yellowed varnish over it. There may be some very minor losses. No warping or splitting.

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