Lot 0127

Early American Carnival Head

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American antique wooden carnival head folk art, partially retaining original polychrome decoration to the carved wood. Large nosed man with a top hat, probably 19th century. Approximately 11.625 x 4.375 x 3.375 in.

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Early American Carnival Head

Name: Early American Carnival Head
SKU: 118900901
Price: 240 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $450

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