Exceptional wood carving from one piece of walnut: A pair of Wrestlers, from the private collection of Boris Kochno. Photoed for Vogue April 1987

Rare, unique sculpture of wrestlers in action carved entirely from one piece of walnut. This elegant sculpture was featured in the film, Scent of a Woman. Check out the unbelievable detailing including the musculature and movement of the athletes. !9th century, acquired from a well known private collection.