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Decorative Folk Art Zither Made of Matchsticks by a Wayfarer
$1,485
£1,122.48
€1,289.92
CA$2,067.85
A$2,300.40
CHF 1,205.90
MX$28,110.35
NOK 15,355.63
SEK 14,455.20
DKK 9,628.80
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Decorative Folk Art Zither made of Matchsticks by a Wayfarer
An unusual zither model completely made of matchsticks which where glued together and carved afterwards. Handmade most probably by a wayfarer in the 1920s. The zither is decorated with several German souvenir badges. This one of a kind item would be a great addition to your rustic wall decoration.
Measures:
Length: 24.02" (61cm)
Width: 13.58" (34.50cm)
artfour is an owner-managed trading company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are on display in a century-old barn in southern Germany, which we renovated ourselves. Antiques have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packaged and with a money back guarantee. This allows us to be your preferred partner for the Black Forest and ancient art.
- Dimensions:Height: 24.02 in (61 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
- Style:Rustic (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good original condition. Please contact us if you have questions.
- Seller Location:Berghuelen, DE
- Reference Number:Seller: e53281stDibs: LU988727942832
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