For your consideration is this carved basswood Chinese fisherman holding a fish. This figurine shows wonderful decoration with great attention to detail given to the hair and to the base of the figurine. The Chinese maker’s marks are shown on the bottom of the sculpture. Basswood is a common hardwood, often used in combination with rare woods, such as walnut and mahogany. Its color varies from creamy white to creamy brown or reddish, with broad rays and sometimes slightly darker streaks. The condition of this wooden sculpture is good, with one flaw shown on the right-hand; the accouterment is missing. The measurements of this wooden sculpture is 11 3/4" x 3 3/4" x 3 1/2".