Two Carved Folk Art Items

Description:

Two Carved Folk Art Items, late 19th century, a covered tobacco jar of bulbous form, one side carved with a mustachioed face, the other with initials "G.V.G," all bordered by incised geometric carving and leafage, (cracks and minor losses),ht. 11; and a short section of bark-covered birch depicting a moon face, ht. 3 in.
Estimate $200-300


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