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Folk Art Penguin Whirligig, circa 1930s-40s
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Early Vintage Penguin Whirligig from Plymouth, Massachusetts, circa 1930s - 1940s, a hand cut and painted wooden flat silhouette of a large penguin in worn original paint. The paddles are original as well, and made of un-vulcanized rubber. A unique and very whimsical piece of folk art. Mounted on a chamfered wooden block.
The whirligig remains in very good condition, but clearly shows its use. There is a small amount of wood erosion and loss at the bottom. The chin shows chafing from the wind-driven paddles, especially on the right side. Likewise there is similar chafing on the lower body, again especially on the right side. The effect is actually very pleasant and I think enhances the folk art appeal.
Measures: 24-1/2 in High x 7-1/4 in Wide x 3/4 in Thick plus the paddles
Overall: 29-1/4 in High x 7-1/4 in Wide x 7 in Thick plus the paddles.
- Dimensions:Height: 29.25 in (74.3 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
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