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Folk Art Wood See-Saw

About the Item
This vintage wooden horsehead see-saw teeter-totter from the 1940s is a unique piece of Americana. The remnants of old gray, red, and blue paint add to its vintage charm, making it a great decorative sculpture for any room. However, due to its age it is not recommended for children to use as a toy. This teeter-totter is a rare find of vintage Americana.
- Dimensions:Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 76 in (193.04 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Shows lots of age appropriate paint loss minor age distress in wood, great as a sculpture definitely not recommended for use.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5824233793152
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