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Len Norman, American 20th Century the Prestidigitator Whirligig

$2,800
£2,077.71
€2,420.25
CA$3,897.62
A$4,340.35
CHF 2,258.91
MX$53,516.01
NOK 28,768.99
SEK 27,040.06
DKK 18,058.04
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About the Item

Len Norman, American 20th century) the prestidigitator. Assembled and painted whirligig depicting a magician and body sawing act Measures: 23" x 27" x 12".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 27 in (68.58 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Buchanan, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU819910318201

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