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Striking vintage hand-carved wooden figure depicting a Plains-style Native American chief or warrior, acquired from the estate of collector Nicholas Mitropoulos of Edgecomb, Maine.
This is a substantial and unusually well-executed folk-art carving, standing approximately 12 inches tall including the base. The figure is carved in the round from dark-finished wood and features a detailed feather headdress, strongly modeled facial features, layered clothing or blanket treatment, and a carved object held at the chest.
The quality of the carving is what sets this piece apart. The face, headdress, garment folds and surface decoration have considerably more depth and character than the inexpensive decorative carvings commonly encountered. The dark aged finish has developed an attractive worn surface that emphasizes the carving.
This piece was obtained directly from the Nicholas Mitropoulos estate in Edgecomb, Maine, along with a varied collection of unusual ethnographic, Native American-related, Himalayan, Asian and folk-art objects.
Details:
Approximately 12" tall
Hand-carved wood
Dark stained/aged finish
Plains chief/warrior subject
Feather headdress
Carved on all sides
Substantial, solid construction
No visible signature or maker's mark
Condition:
Very good vintage condition overall with expected surface wear, finish loss, rubbing and patina from age. I do not see any major structural damage. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description.
A handsome and compelling piece for a collection of American folk art, Western Americana, ethnographic art, carved wood figures or Native American-related decorative art.
