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Whimsical Pair of Fish-Shaped Hats, Theatrical or Parade use CA 1920-40

$500
£380.92
€439.22
CA$699.74
A$781.84
CHF 408.99
MX$9,587.90
NOK 5,226.12
SEK 4,955.75
DKK 3,278.14
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About the Item

This fun pair of folk art fish-hats, made ca 1920, are carefully constructed of wire, fabric, and leather. Their brightly painted surfaces were obviously executed in the manner of someone who was a professional artist. I have never before seen anything similar in my experience with early folk art and I expect that they were produced by a theatrical costume company, either for the theater or for parade use. Condition: There are minor to moderate bends and losses throughout, with accompanying paint loss.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920-40
  • Condition:
    See Item Description.
  • Seller Location:
    York County, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: fcs-1411stDibs: LU849730650272

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