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Wooden carvin nutckraker depicts a screaming man’s head, France 1880.

$1,674.36
£1,235.21
€1,400
CA$2,317.88
A$2,513.26
CHF 1,333.76
MX$30,954.02
NOK 16,531.10
SEK 15,601.56
DKK 10,658.94

About the Item

Made out of hazel wood, the nutcracker simply depicts a screaming man’s head. The handle depicts a fish. The subject is really unusual, the quality of sculpting, carving and cure of each detail, original patina. France circa 1880.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917135351482

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