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Early 20th century English papier Mache butchers shop display pig figures

$1,212.03
£895
€1,048.91
CA$1,671.44
A$1,877.79
CHF 981.15
MX$22,919.31
NOK 12,457.72
SEK 11,726.32
DKK 7,827.37

About the Item

Early 20th century English papier Mache butchers shop display pig figures A pair of quirky and authentic early 20th century English papier Mache butchers shop display pig figures. One with a papier Mache base and the other with a pine base which are firmly in place. Each figure is handcrafted and with painted detail as shown. With aged repairs and you may expect from item of this era. One would have displayed either small pies or food products of sorts. They were recently uncovered from the same grocery store in Cornwall early this month. Size in inches: Large: H 17” x W 7” x D 1” Small: H 13” x W 7” x D 6” Origin: England Date: 1920 - 1940 Condition: Good These items are over 80 years old, with signs of aged wear across all surfaces as shown. With loss of detail in places due to obvious use and aged repairs. They are firmly in place and stand firm. Aged dirt or patination as we say in the antiques trade is present across the surface. We strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase. A direct message usually takes 24 hours to answer. For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please review our client feedback as a testament to our products and services. Expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, we only restore due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report if this has been down before or after we have obtained them.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Repaired: aged plaster repairs. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4304242634592

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