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Once Known as the Fish People 1986 Folk Art by Pat Mervis Schwartz

$3,840
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£2,915.26
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€3,334.44
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CA$5,365.04
CA$6,706.3020% Off
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About the Item

Quite charming folk art assemblage by the noted artist Pat MMervis Schwartz. Dated 1986, signed and titled “Once Known as the Fish People”. It is in a fitted constructed case that opens to reveal a wonderful group of little figural “people.” Great whimsical sculpture. Great age appropriate condition, although to be honest not sure what was present when created.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1986
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Great age appropriate condition, although to be honest not sure what was present when created.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Springs, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU835026603412

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