Vintage OUTSIDER FOLK ART Wood Root Sculpture PORCUPINE Hand Carved Signed BEAN

Description: Vintage OUTSIDER FOLK ART Wood Root Sculpture PORCUPINE Hand Carved Signed EZRA BEANProbably circa 1940s, possibly earlier. Northeastern folk art, very charming primitive piece. One of a kind. Excellent vintage condition, no scratches, broken root ends, or repair- pristine. 12" long x 6.25" high x 5.25" wide. Solid and very heavy hardwood which has been polished and smoothed.. Completely hand made outsider/folk art piece carved and fashioned from a large gnarled wood root with the root ends representing the 'quills'. The top clearly shows 6 round flat areas where branches were sawed off to create the porcupine back. Fantastic texture of bark and wood lumps and bumps. Amazing expression and hand carved face, ears, legs. Amazing expression and hand carved face, ears, legs. Legs are attached by wooden dowels, feet have been individually carved and are securely nailed on. Eyes are flat black painted metal nails. Fantastic one of a kind piece- gallery quality collectible. Signed with the carved name EZRA BEAN on the underside. See all pics and use zoom. This piece was purchased at a barn sale where it was literally stashed in the rafters and dusted off before sale. Barn owner said that the previous owner's family must have made it a long time ago and put it in the loft and forgot about it over time. A completely unique sculpture- would look great on a mantle piece etc, a very special gift for an Art collectorNot sure what type of wood this is.... he's still a bit dusty in between the 'spines' but I will leave that for the buyer to decide whether to keep- to me, it adds more rustic/ authentic charm. Weird, warty, and wonderful Folk Art!Ships fully insured and with tracking provided. Shipping cost reflects he is HEAVY* Please see my Store under Vintage Art for MANY more vintage and antique pieces, I am listing my large collection*As always, my items are packed with EXTRA bubble wrap and extreme care to insure a safe arrival. Please check my other listings for more FABULOUS VINTAGE collectibles, glass, china, tea sets and cups, and unique treasures. I add several new listings per week.Please note the following, dear fellow shopping enthusiasts:I strive to give you the best service possible. I am not a dealer or professional, just a lifelong collector and enthusiast. I only list items that I think are unique and of good quality. I represent my items as accurately and clearly as I can, and believe it is always better for you to have too much information than not enough! Please ask any questions before bidding, I will happily respond.Remember, these are vintage items and will have reasonable signs of age and wear which only adds to their personality, appeal and "funky vintage-ness". They are not in their original boxes unless noted. I do not excessively clean items or remove age patina, as I want to leave that option for the buyer.I will promptly ship your item within 1 business day and post great positive feedback for you once payment is received.Go Green! I try to re-use clean, almost-new shipping boxes when possible. I will gladly combine shipping on multiple items for you. Thank you for looking and good luck!Enjoy your one-of-a-kind treasures

Price: 243.99 USD

Location: Rush, New York

End Time: 2024-11-12T14:49:56.000Z

Shipping Cost: 16 USD