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Late 19th Century English Folk Art Jig Doll

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Late 19th century English Folk Art Jig Doll We are proud to offer a late 19th century hand carved, painted Folk Art English jigger doll example. Jig dolls are traditional wooden or tin-plate 'toys' for adults or children. They are dolls with loose limbs that step dance or 'jig' on the end of a vibrating board or platform in imitation of a real step dancer. In London they were frequently operated by street entertainers or buskers. In England old soldiers from the Great War sometimes busked with them to supplement their meagre war pensions. Obtained from a private collection in London and untouched in form with all its original featured intact. The stand is included and crudely made from wood but support the figure perfectly Dimensions in inches: H 11” x W 3” x D 2” Age: 1890 Origin: England Condition: This item is completely solid in structure and form, still maintaining its strong original paint, ever with light flaking of the surface. The item is obviously aged and well used, all original sections and parts are intact with no breaks. its strongly suggested to review all close-up photos and propose questions before purchasing to avoid any disappointment.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4304214056872
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