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Up for sale is a beautiful, oversized vintage mid-century modern German folk art wood relief wall plaque. This unique, one-of-a-kind piece features an expansive, hand-carved bas-relief scene of ten children engaged in a playful game of tug-of-war. The craftsmanship showcases bold, stylized dark outlines and flat, earthy mid-century paint tones reminiscent of iconic German nursery art producers like Mertens-Kunst and Ravi. At a substantial 19″ x 8.25″, this striking horizontal panel is much larger than typical vintage German plaques, making it a perfect statement piece for MCM nurseries, playroom decor, or folk art collections. The natural wood grain shows beautifully across the background. Please see photos for exact cosmetic details. This is a one-of-a-kind piece. A couple of my photos of this piece exist on the internet due to my research. Hanging Hardware: Features an integrated, reverse-carved circular keyhole slot on the back for secure, flush-to-wall hanging without visible modern hardware. If you have any questions or want additional photos, please ask.

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Vintage hand carved wood man with ax and saw. This is a quality made piece. It is in good condition and displays well. No cracks or chips. See photos for condition.

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This hand-carved nativity sculpture, signed by artist Adrian McLean, is a beautiful piece of folk art made of wood.

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AWESOME VINTAGE / ANTIQUE GERMAN FOLK ART WOOD CARVING WITH 3 HORSES PULLING A SLED DRIVEN BY A BEAR. MEASURES APPOX 18″ X 11″ X 10. EXCELLENT OVERALL AS FOUND CONDITION WITH NO REPAIRS (THE HORSES COULD USE SOME NEW PEGS). MANY ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS DIRECTLY BELOW. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK OUT MY OTHER LISTINGS AS I WILL BE ADDING MANY MORE HISTORICAL ANTIQUES AND ARTIFACTS FROM MY 89-YEAR-OLD FATHERS COLLECTIONS.

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Michael Finster Folk Outsider Art 3 Headed Snake Wood Cutout.

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1960s Sarried Ltd Italy Wood Man w/Cane Sculpture. 23.5″ tall x 6.5″ wide x 5 deep. Carved wood with original paint on brass base. There is nice even patina and minor wear. Signed on the bottom Sarreid LTD Made in Italy. Local pick-up is always welcomed. All packages will be insured.

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Vintage Folk Art Oxen pulling Logs haul hand carved sled, yoke and logs. Cows or Oxen are heavy plastic Resin. Very cool piece. Well done. 24″ x 8″ marked Claude Anible Watersmeel, Michigan? An appraiser said may be a Claude Watson piece. Unknown. Made in USA.

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Offered here is a rare matched pair of hand-carved and polychrome painted wooden figures by listed American folk artist Adrian R. Both figures are signed “ARW” on the underside of the feet and date to approximately the 1920s-1930s, placing them among his earlier known works. The pair depicts a man and a woman rendered in Woodall’s distinctive faceted carving style. Both figures stand approximately 6.5 inches tall and display exceptional detail including individually carved fingers and expressive, dignified faces. The pair displays particularly well together, with a clear visual relationship and balance. Original dry polychrome paint surface throughout. Condition is excellent for age with normal antique wear consistent with approximately 100 years of careful storage. These figures have been in the same Kentucky family for decades, inherited from a great aunt who knew Woodall personally. He worked on her family’s farm as a young man, and the figures were acquired directly from the artist during his lifetime. This direct, personal provenance connecting the figures to the artist is exceptionally rare. Adrian Woodall was a self-taught sculptor born in Christian County, Missouri. Originally an optometrist, he began carving professionally in 1927 and eventually relocated to Florida, where carving became his livelihood and he taught wood sculpture at Florida Southern College. This pair is offered together and will not be separated. Photos are of the actual item you will receive. Please view all photos carefully as they are part of the description. Additional images or information available upon request.

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Albert Jones 1999 Wood Carved Women Carving Folk Art 21 Tall. Good Pre-Owned Vintage Condition. Please review the pictures for they are the best representation of the items’ condition. Second Chance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides people, materials and the environment with a second chance. We deconstruct buildings and homes, salvage usable materials, and make those and other donated items available to the public for reuse at our more than 200,000 square foot retail center. With the revenue generated, we provide job training and workforce development for those with various employment obstacles in the Baltimore region. The Second Chance mission has always been. And create employment for displaced and unemployed workers. Building material to reduce environmental harm and demolition debris in burgeoning landfills; and. Both people and products to useful, purposeful life. As a result, Second Chance provides jobs and a green collar workforce, protects the natural environment, and preserves people and our rich architectural heritage. In the Baltimore Area? Come check out our store called Second Chance.

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The product is a hand-carved wooden dog sculpture, specifically the’Cadela Baleia’ design. This sculpture is based off of the 1938 novel Vidas Secas by Graciliano Ramos. Baleia is considered to be the most human character in the novel, she symbolized loyalty and suffering in the backlands. This folk art piece originates from Brazil and uses traditional carving techniques to create a unique and artistic light sculpture. The use of wood as the material adds a natural and organic feel to the piece, making it a visually striking and culturally significant addition to any art collection or space. Length: 15.5 inches.

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