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19th Century American Traveling Circus Carousel or Circus Wagon Carvings

$4,500per set
£3,347.24per set
€3,918.96per set
CA$6,279.03per set
A$7,026.41per set
CHF 3,668.86per set
MX$86,382.38per set
NOK 46,286.90per set
SEK 43,555.75per set
DKK 29,238.41per set
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About the Item

Pair of American 19th century circus wagon or traveling carousel three-dimensional wood carved faces. From an early American traveling circus. Many layers of paint and patina. Each is numbered on the back for ease of set-up and take-down. We have info about the family that owned and used these.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 50 in (127 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Both are very solid and sturdy. Paint loss and chips throughout both. As expected for pieces used in a traveling circus.
  • Seller Location:
    Santa Monica, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U1109278734546

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