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Vintage Folk Art Hand-Carved "Ball in Cage" Obelisk Whimsy Sculpture
$500
£380.92
€434.72
CA$702.62
A$765.73
CHF 405.49
MX$9,197.23
NOK 5,133.56
SEK 4,719.80
DKK 3,246.85
About the Item
Folk Art whimsy 'ball in cage' sculpture whittled from one continuous piece of wood (circa 1920s, USA).
Obelisk-form adorned with an orb finial and stepped/notched top and bottom edges with carved 'x' motif throughout.
Appealing decorative object with only minor wear consistent with age.
H: 15" x L: 1.5" x D: 1.5"
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:ca. 1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Appealing decorative object with only minor wear consistent with age.
- Seller Location:Brooklyn, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: SKU000050161stDibs: LU1444246758282
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