Unsigned
Late 18th century
An opportunistic cat bites the tentacle of an octopus who has escaped his upturned bowl. Quite possibly the cat was instrumental in the escape, with its own nefarious intentions. The alarmed mollusc is attempting to extricate himself with a fierce struggle about to ensue, each is intensely focused on their task. The eyes of the octopus inlaid in dark horn.
Width: 4.5cm