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A rare folk art papier mâché and straw work study of a duckling, circa 1920

$757.24
£550
€647.82
CA$1,037.38
A$1,151.06
CHF 602.95
MX$14,115.07
NOK 7,669.31
SEK 7,239.50
DKK 4,831.18
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About the Item

This most rare and unusual folk art study of a duckling is remarkable in its fine detail. It is constructed of papier mâché which is then been veneered with cut and shaped straw which shows all of the different layered feathers. The eyes are made from glass. The feet are hand made in wire and sheet metal and the legs have been bound with thin twine and realistically painted. This pleasing study is mounted onto a simple painted pine base. It is all in good original condition, English, circa 1920 Height 17cm x width 16cm x depth 9cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434238017592

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