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PRISON FOLK ART HOUSE MADE OF MATCHSTICKS/DRAWERS AND

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PRISON FOLK ART HOUSE MADE OF MATCHSTICKS/DRAWERS AND

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Description

1940's attributed to prison folk art. House made with matchsticks over pine wood. This house has little paned windows( no glass) on all sides. The top lifts off /drawer below. Red fabric lined. H:10" L13" W 12 1/2

Condition

very good. some slight discoloration due to age. Unsigned

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PRISON FOLK ART HOUSE MADE OF MATCHSTICKS/DRAWERS AND

Name: PRISON FOLK ART HOUSE MADE OF MATCHSTICKS/DRAWERS AND
SKU: 90213503
Price: 96 USD
Availability: InStock

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