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Pair of Life Size Antique Carved and Painted Swan Figures

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A large and impressive pair of hand carved Swans which may have at one time been decoys having fine form and presence. In newer white paint with black beaks and eyes. The unpainted interiors clearly showing the marks of hand-carving. Measures: Length 37", depth 12", height 22" Condition: Please see detail photos. The Pair with stable age cracks with one neck repaired, bubbled paint on the other neck, stable age cracks to the bases with the pair presenting very well.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Repaired: Professional neck repair on one of the Swans. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The Swan Pair have a newer paint done sometime in the past.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1355611stDibs: LU1755221103032

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