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c1920s Fat Cat Businessman Folk Art Wood Carving

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c1920s Fat Cat Businessman Folk Art Wood Carving

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Description

An antique folk art wood carving depicting a "Fat Cat" Businessman. The carving is hand carved from a single piece of walnut or mahogany wood and is large at 11 1/2" high. He looks circa 1920-40s or so.

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The Fat Cat is in very good overall condition with an excellent natural patina. There are fine scattered paint specks on the surface and wear to the paint on his eyes.

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c1920s Fat Cat Businessman Folk Art Wood Carving

Name: c1920s Fat Cat Businessman Folk Art Wood Carving
SKU: 45902970
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $113 - $150

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