Purchased this treasure today. She is 7ft tall and around 16” wide. She has character in some places but appears old and hand carved.
I bought it from a gentleman that also buys estates. History of the piece is unknown.
Hi Natasha,
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Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A folk art carved wood mermaid cigar-store figure
American, early 20th Century
The roughly hewn figure of a standing mermaid, one arm drawn across her torso, her lower half embricated, her tail curved back, on a circular wooden base.
7 feet tall; 16 inches diameter
CONDITION: weathered
PROVENANCE: acquired at auction
$800-1,200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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