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"Indian Figures", Fabulous Folk Art - Art Deco Carved Ladle, Native American

About the Item

Beautiful and affecting, this hand carved wood ladle -- a masterpiece of folk art showing the influence of modern Art Deco motifs -- depicts two American Indian figures in profile, each carved in low relief, framed by chevrons and other modern elements. Each of the two Native American figures sports a headdress and feather, and one is holding a long peace pipe. The carving is excellent, and the wood has a fine grain that permitted the carver to bring great detail to his work.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920s
  • Condition:
    Overall excellent.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU865141028242

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