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19th Century Italian / Sicilian Large Hand-Crafted Puppet Marionette
$2,507.52
£1,800
€2,130.40
CA$3,404.83
A$3,816.79
CHF 1,990.37
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NOK 25,221.30
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19th Century Italian / Sicilian Large Hand-Crafted Puppet Marionette
In the rare form of an Arabic clothed gentle with long turned up moustache. The head, hands and feet are all hand carved, still wearing its original metal embroidery clothing. Wearing a delightful hand carved turban with original hanging hook still in place.
Size in inches: H 37 x W 9” x D 5”
Origin: Italy
Date: 19th Century
Condition: Fair
Naturally aged item that has stood the test of time, worn surface resulting is loss of painted surface and torn and faded clothing with missing detail as shown in the photos provided. An item dated over 100 years old so please expect this in its condition and obvious use over the years. This item does not stand alone but is solid in form without breaks or structural damage.
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- Dimensions:Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4304243395732
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