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Prison Folk Art Matchstick Model Boat Ship Maritime Night Light Sculpture 31"

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About the Item

Mid century three tiered prison folk art / tramp art model steam boat sculpture. Upcycled cardboard framing structure, matchstick exterior with glossy finish, red trim, soldered wire railings, plastic windows. interior cabin spaces and hold are complete with seating, ship's wheel and light bulbs. Wiring for the lights is accessed through the cargo hold at the front of the ship under the rope spool (no power is currently wired in). Includes several detached / partially broken pieces as well as one half moon lobster cage and five blue and purple spools of rope. Dimensions: 31" x 8.5" x 19.25" (Width x Depth x Height)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 31 in (78.74 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Wear and distressing; wired for light but no power, not tested; several broken/detached pieces; oxidation to metal; railings partially detached from deck.
  • Seller Location:
    Dayton, OH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 402651stDibs: LU5343238128612

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