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American Carnival Wagon or Band Organ Carved Female Head

$5,500
£4,205.04
€4,843.36
CA$7,707.19
A$8,604.35
CHF 4,508.55
MX$105,325.67
NOK 57,258.62
SEK 53,987.61
DKK 36,146.49
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About the Item

Late 19th century American carnival wagon or band organ female head carving. Very detailed wood carving with great old white painted surface. Presented on a custom marble museum stand.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some age cracks in wood as expected for piece exposed to the elements. Please see photos for more detail. Very solid and structurally sound. Please note that the dimensions quoted are with the stand.
  • Seller Location:
    Santa Monica, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U1204098734663

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