Magnificent Carved Fish by Louis Rathmell (Danbury, CT 1898-1974)
 
Extremely rare. It is rumored that he only carved a few fish and we have not seen another. We believe this species to be a togue. The detail in this carving is exactly what one would expect, and rivals any of Shang's.
 
Impeccable dry surface, original in all respects. Signed on back.
 
Opportunities to acquire such a rare piece by this carver don't come often!
 
Fish measures 13" long, plaque is 16" .