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His Masters Voice Large Advertising Paper Mache RCA Store Display 'Nipper' Dog
About the Item
- Attributed to:Old King Cole (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Length: 35 in (88.9 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: The sculpture has been completely re-painted at some time, and may have had repairs done at the time, and the bottom has been covered as presented in the phtoos. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. As stated above, the sculpture has been completely re-painted and there are some chips, hairline cracks, to the paper mache structure and scratches to the painted finish.
- Seller Location:Hamilton, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1355225774442
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