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Pair of Small Folk Art Painted Wood Tabletop Obelisks, American, circa 1940s

About the Item

A cool pair of wood “garden” obelisks/topiary forms in an unusual size. Made to be used on a table or a console in the 1950s, they sport their original paint. We’ve never seen anything quite like them. Condition is consistent with age and use. A few small patches to trellises, as shown. Minor touchups to paint. Made of plywood, turned pine, paint.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Condition is consistent with age and use. A few small patches to trellises, as shown. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lambertville, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10141stDibs: LU1308233535922

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