Polychrome Carved Black Dandy Tobacconist Figure

Description:

Polychrome Carved Black Dandy Tobacconist Figure, America, late 19th century, in a wide-brimmed hat, his outstretched right hand holding a bundle of cigars, wearing a pink tie, yellow striped vest, blue long-coat with tails, and plaid pants, old paint, (losses),figure ht. 55, overall ht. 72 in.
Estimate $50,000-75,000

shrinkage cracks on back that have been patched, other areas of possible touch up.


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