apparel
Miscellaneous, Folk Art, Native American Bust, HIAWATHA, Tobacco Advertising, ©1902, 811
$185.00
Start a conversation with a piece of Americana Folk Art
This antique bust is certain to be a conversation starter. Dating to 1902, this piece was originally set on a store counter and was charged with advertising tobacco products. A classic piece of folk art from the era, this chalk-ware bust of "HIAWATHA" has a handsome countenance and dons a banded bear claw trade necklace. The scrolled cartouche has his name engraved.- artist: unknown
- affiliation: tobacco advertising
- hallmarks: HIAWATHA, By FC Neddernut St. Louis
- materials: polychrome chalk-ware
- measurements: 10 1/2"
- freight to be determined
- 1902
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- vintage condition
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- dust accumulations throughout
- minor chips
- appears to have been retouched
- wear from use
in stock
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