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Early 20th century hand carved puppet head
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About the Item
Early 20th century hand carved puppet head
Dimensions in inches: H 8.5” x W 4” x D 4”
Age: Early 20th Century
Origin: England
Condition: Aged
Overview
A charming and authentic example of an early 20th Century English hand carved puppet head made from pine wood. With hand painted detail and old supporting nails to which his clothing may have been attached at some point. This item comes with a bespoke ebonised stand.
• In overall good condition
• Worn surface and a deep patina
• Old worm holes which have long gone
• Rusted nails
• Loss of paint in areas as shown
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- Dimensions:Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4304248172492
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