Lot 061: Large Carved Wood Skeleton Statue

Starting bid: $9 AUD.

A substantial carved wooden skeleton statue, exhibiting a folk art aesthetic with stylized features, approximately 95-100 cm tall. A substantial carved wooden skeleton statue, exhibiting a folk art aesthetic with stylized features, approximately 95-100 cm tall. - View 2 A substantial carved wooden skeleton statue, exhibiting a folk art aesthetic with stylized features, approximately 95-100 cm tall. - View 3 A substantial carved wooden skeleton statue, exhibiting a folk art aesthetic with stylized features, approximately 95-100 cm tall. - View 4 A substantial carved wooden skeleton statue, exhibiting a folk art aesthetic with stylized features, approximately 95-100 cm tall. - View 5

Description

A substantial carved wooden skeleton statue, exhibiting a folk art aesthetic with stylized features. This decorative piece embodies a vintage tribal style, perfect for eclectic interiors or as a unique garden accent. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid to Late 20th Century * Material: Carved Wood * Style: Folk Art, Tribal, Eclectic * Dimensions: Approximately 95-100 cm in height. Condition: Surface cracks are visible on the skull, consistent with age and wood movement. General wear and minor abrasions are present across the carved surfaces. Interesting fact: * Folk art often draws on cultural traditions and myths, transforming everyday subjects or symbolic figures into unique artistic expressions through accessible materials and techniques. Use: Ideal as a distinctive decorative statement piece for a collector of folk art, tribal artifacts, or unique home decor.

Condition Report

Surface cracks are visible on the skull, consistent with the age and natural movement of the wood. General wear and minor scuffs are present across the figure.

Specifications

CategoryVintage
Lot ReferenceLOT-061
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