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Trapeze Toy

Creator: Earl Eyman
Offered by: Allan Katz Americana

Description
American. Earl Eyman. Drumright, Oklahoma. Powered by a Victrola mechanism. Circa 1930.

The Oklahoma oil rigs on which Eyman worked may have suggested the construction of the trapeze. Eyman never sold his works but instead gave them as gifts. His carving style is very distinctive making his pieces easy to recognize. When wound and set in motion the figures come alive with a coordinated graceful flow. This wonderful folk sculpture brings to mind Alexander Calder’s Circus, which was also created in the 1920s and is now housed in the Whitney Museum in New York City.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States, Oklahoma
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Carved and polychrome decorated wood and metal
Creation Date:	Circa 1930
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Americana, Traditional
Book References:	Pictured: American Vernacular by Ricco/Maresca, page 136.
Incollect Reference #:	188731

Dimensions

W.	24 in;	H.	36 in;	D.	9 in;
W.	60.96 cm;	H.	91.44 cm;	D.	22.86 cm;

Message from Seller:

Allan Katz Americana, located in Madison, CT, has been a respected dealer in early American advertising, folk art, and Americana since 1985. Allan's expertise, eye for exceptional material, and passion for American art make his collection a must-see for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Contact us at 203.494.3359 or folkkatz@gmail.com for more information.

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