Carousel Figure of a Running Panther

Description:

Carousel Figure of a Running Panther, probably late 19th century, with carved whiskers, open mouth with short teeth, glass eye (missing the other),lifted tail, saddle with scrolled cantle, blanket with scalloped edge and remains of polychrome paint, lg. 54 in., (stripped, missing front leg, scorch marks on face, other damage).
Estimate $300-400