Bidspirit auction | A Folk Art Style Carved

A Folk Art Style Carved Figure of a Worker with a Shovel - A hand-carved and partially stained figure of a standing male worker resting on a large shovel, . The sculpture is rendered in a stylised folk art manner, featuring a goatee beard and a textured cap. The figure is depicted wearing a short-sleeved shirt and trousers, both decorated with incised wavy lines. The piece exhibits visible tool marks across the surface, contributing to its rustic character. The work is produced from a single piece of 14k gold and stands on an integral, rough-hewn base. No signatures or foundry marks are visible. Height: 58 cm.