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Folk Art Hand-Carved Devotional "Ball in Cage" Whimsy Sculpture with Holy Cross

$350
£265.20
€303.77
CA$495.74
A$540.96
CHF 283.74
MX$6,570.17
NOK 3,544.12
SEK 3,349.37
DKK 2,267.20

About the Item

Petite devotional Folk Art whimsy 'ball in cage' sculpture with holy cross motif whittled from one continuous piece of wood (ca. 1910-1920, USA). Hand carved, lacking symmetry and refinement, enhancing the crude / outsider style of the work. Appealing decorative object with only minor wear consistent with age. Small size - H: 6.5" x L: 1.5" x D: 1.5"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1910
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good, vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000050141stDibs: LU1444246757912

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