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Rare and Unique Airplane Whirligig with Three Sailor Figures

Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
Rare and Unique Airplane Whirligig with Three Figures
Probably New England, late 19th/ early 20th c.
Appears to be pine with polychrome paint, iron and tin.
Over-all in wonderful condition, few early repairs to paddle arms and missing tail, otherwise in untouched original condition, including red, white and blue painted surface.
A rare survivor given the natural elements this whirligig endured throughout its life, furthermore, it is remarkable that so much of the original paint survived.
The three carved figures were done with an artistic impression and whimsical folksiness.

Dimensions: 29” H (on stand), 23” W x 17” D

Item ID: FA-SO 145

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Pine, Iron and tin with polychrome decoration.
Condition:	Good. Over-all in wonderful condition, few early repairs to paddle arms and missing tail, otherwise in untouched original condition, including red, white and blue painted surface.
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Americana, Bespoke
Patterns:	Handmade
Dealer Reference #:	FA-SO 145
Incollect Reference #:	770500

Dimensions

W.	23 in;	H.	29 in;	D.	17 in;
W.	58.42 cm;	H.	73.66 cm;	D.	43.18 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.