FOLK ART CARNIVAL WOOD SCULPTURE OF BUTLER-1920S Start Price USD 2,695.00 Current Price USD 2,695.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, May 10, 2008 End Time Tuesday, May 20, 2008 Location long island, new york See more about 'FOLK ART CARNIVAL WOOD SCULPTURE OF BUTLER-1920S' Description available for auction is a very large life size folk art wood sculpture of a butler or man servant in black face.  the sculpture is approximately 5 feet tall and is in all original paint.  this sculpture was most likely used in a carnival.  there is obvious wear of the paint on top of the head and shoulders from being displayed outdoors in the rain.  age of the carving is circa 1920's.  it is not carved from a single piece of wood, but in sections similar to carousel animals.  the feet are on wood pedestal blocks, with the toes of one foot missing.  please contact me for additional photos.  a very intersting carving that falls into the americana and black folk art categories.  overall condition is good or better.  this item is large and heavy, therefore shipping charges may be high.  it can also be picked up from my location.   All items are guaranteed for your satisfaction.  No sales are final until you have received your merchandise for inspection.  You may return the purchased item for any reason if you are not satisfied.  After all you are purchasing an item without visually inspecting it.  I try to describe the item as best as possible, including condition.  But I am not perfect and may miss something that was not in the description.  So if there are any problems please do not hesitate to contact me.   Shipping rates are not indicated because I calculate the actual shipping rate to your zip code and do not charge any additional fees.  I only post positive feedback when I ship the item.  If I have nothing pleasant to say about someone, I will not say anything at all.  So please feel free to bid on my auctions and contact me with any concerns or questions.  Thank you!  George “Novaqain” J     Place a Bid!