Lot 148. A pair of biscuit models of oxen, 18th century; 5 1/8 in. (13 cm.) wide. Estimate GBP 8,000 - GBP 12,000 (USD 10,416 - USD 15,624). © Christie's Images Ltd 2019.

Modelled in mirror image, each long-horned beast is recumbent with its head raised in an alert expression, legs tucked under its body, and tail flicked over its haunches. The grey fur markings are finely incised, and the eyes are detailed in black. 

Provenance: George Eumorfopoulos (1863-1939) Collection, no. D88.