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1950s Large Teak Polar Bear Sculpture Norway Mid-Century Scandinavian Tjomsland

About the Item

Very rare large version (full grown) Polar Bear Sculpture by Arne Tjomsland, who was a Norwegian sculptor in the Scandinavian modern golden age, or Mid-Century Modern Era. This was produced by Goodwill Produkter A/S Sandefjord, in Norway. Made of solid Teak. L: 14 in. Weight: 2 lbs 13.4 oz.
  • Creator:
    Arne Tjomsland (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Teak,Oiled
  • Place of Origin:
    Norway
  • Period:
    1950-1959
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The teak wood has some natural dark spalted stains long the top length of the bear, and the top shoulder has some scratches, pictured.
  • Seller Location:
    Hyattsville, MD
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU985730722392

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