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A Carved and Polychrome Paint-Decorated Model of a Circus Wagon.

Offered by: H&S Fine Art and Antiques

Description
Carved and Polychrome Paint-decorated Model of Circus Wagon. Attributed to Carl Furst, Sebastian Wagon Co., New York, Early 20th Century. Provenance: Sotheby's Parke Bernet, New York, 3 February 1979, lot 1057. Ex: Gary Herman Dubnoff, Christie's Auction New York, 24 January 2020 ( Property from Collection of Gary Herman Dubnoff ) lot 238. This carved Model of A Circus Wagon is a model of Pawnee Bill"s Wild West Show bandwagon, which was made by the Sebastian Wagon Company in 1903. On one side, a tableau illustrates Columbus' arrival in America; on the other, a tableau depicts Pocahontas saving Captain John Smith. The full-sized wagon is illustrated in Robert Bishop, American Folk Sculpture ( New York, 1974 ), p.274-275. Frederick Fried, Artists in Wood ( New York ), p.110-111. Fig 18a-18b.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	carved and Polychrome
Condition:	Good. Good for its age.
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Americana, Traditional
Patterns:	Handmade, Traditional
Book References:	Robert Bishop, American Folk Sculpture ( New York, 1974 ), p. 274-275. Frederick Fried, Artist in Wood ( New York ), p. 110-111. Fig 18a-18b.
Catalog References:	Sotheby's Parke Bernet, New York, 3 Feb 1979, lot 1057. Christie's Auction New York, 24 Jan 2020, lot238.
Incollect Reference #:	795872

Dimensions

W.	20 in;	H.	11.5 in;	D.	7 in;
W.	50.8 cm;	H.	29.21 cm;	D.	17.78 cm;

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H&S Fine Art and Antiques is a distinguished gallery based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in American folk art, decorative and modern art, as well as Oriental antiquities. With a keen eye for craftsmanship, historical richness, and aesthetics, we offer a carefully curated collection for collectors and enthusiasts alike. By appointment only. Contact us at h.s.fineartandantiques@gmail.com for inquiries.