This large figure is held up by a metal clasp around its waist that is affixed to a square stand. Its arms are capable of swinging up and down, ending in trowel-like hands. It appears to be a female figure with prominent breasts and a narrow waist curving into wide hips.

Weight (Lbs): 1.25
Height (In.): 19.5
Width (In.): 4
Depth (In.): 4
Size: 19.5 x 4.0 x 4.0"
Maker: Unknown
Material: Wood
Date: 19th C.
Provenance: N/A
Condition: The figure's left foot is broken off halfway down the arch. It has expected scratches and gouges from age and handling. There is some patina wear, where it was held and handled.
History: Folk art encompasses art produced from an indigenous culture or by peasants or other laboring tradespeople. In contrast to fine art, folk art is primarily utilitarian and decorative rather than purely aesthetic.[1] Folk Art is characterized by a naïve style, in which traditional rules of proportion and perspective are not employed. As a phenomenon that can chronicle a move towards civilization yet rapidly diminish with modernity, industrialization, or outside influence, the nature of folk art is specific to its particular culture. The varied geographical and temporal prevalence and diversity of folk art make it difficult to describe as a whole, though some patterns have been demonstrated.