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Early 20th Century Door of Hope Missionary Doll Folk Art Antique Curio

$818.96
£595
€696.14
CA$1,119.28
A$1,218.42
CHF 646.74
MX$14,660.26
NOK 8,195.07
SEK 7,509
DKK 5,198.73

About the Item

A charming early 20th century Chinese door of hope missionary doll of an elderly gentleman. A notably early example, in original untouched condition. The painted face has a particularly pleasing heavily acquired craquelure from time, his clothing is also beautifully faded. Carved wood and polychromed painted feet and hands, the head appears to be paper mache, cloth body. The original paint on the gents head is fragile and would benefit from being untouched or knocked. 24cm in height 8cm in width across shoulders Circa 1900 in age, Chinese in origins
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Diameter: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612136090082

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