Rare Vintage 1984 Tom Clark Gnome \"The 7-Up\" Turtle Bus - Hand Signed By Artist For Sale
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Rare Vintage 1984 Tom Clark Gnome \"The 7-Up\" Turtle Bus - Hand Signed By Artist: $650.00
Up for sale is an incredibly rare, highly sought-after centerpiece from Cairn Studio: The 1984 Tom Clark \"The 7-Up\" Turtle Bus (also known to collectors as the \"Night Train\"). This massive, beautifully detailed display piece features seven distinct gnomes riding atop a giant turtle shell.Key Details for Collectors:• Artist Signature: Hand-signed by Tom Clark in his distinct blue ink right on the lower back edge of the turtle shell (visible in photos).• Base Markings: Features the molded \"99\" impression on the leaf base, indicating its production batch and mold sequence.• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The paint is vibrant, and the intricate texturing on the gnomes\' clothes and the turtle\'s shell is crisp and sharp. No significant chips or cracks on the delicate pointed hats.• Provenance: Inherited directly from a dedicated lifelong collector\'s estate. Does not include the original paper COA.Due to its immense weight and size, this piece was originally designed as a limited showroom display item, making it one of the absolute holy grails for Tom Clark enthusiasts.
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