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Mid-Century Era Molded Fiberglass Carnival Clown Head or Midway Game Component

$995

£758.04

€874.05

CA$1,392.48

A$1,555.87

CHF 813.89

MX$19,079.92

NOK 10,399.98

SEK 9,861.94

DKK 6,523.49

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About the Item

This whimsical clown head is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in Canada in approximately 1965 in the period Mid-Century carnival style. The head is composed of a molded fiberglass which has been cold-painted in very vibrant colors. This formed clown head was likely a part or cover for an air tank or a component of a carnival midway game.

Dimensions:

Height: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Fiberglass,Cold-Painted,Molded

Place of Origin:

Canada

Period:

Mid-20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1965

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Two small cracks in the hat area and some scratches and paint loss as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Hamilton, CA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU1355225620602

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