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Assembly Line Folk Art Whirligig
About the Item
Amazing eight man assembly line whirligig. Attributed to an auto worker in Detroit. Fantastic original dry paint surface. Crank turns and figures move perfectly.
- Dimensions:Height: 64 in (162.56 cm)Width: 45 in (114.3 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Good condition and operates perfectly. Incredible original dry paint surface. The stand appears to be a later addition. The original piece lifts off and could be put on a museum stand for table top display.
- Seller Location:Santa Monica, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 090707873437
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