Folk Art Carved and Painted Adam and Eve
From the second half of the 20th century, each with articulated arms. By Jose Belandria, a wood-carver from the Andean city of Merida, Venezuela, who produces some of the finest toys in Latin America. He pays special attention to detail, especially in his rendering of facial features that are exceptionally fine and sharp. These two figures accurately represent his skills as a wood-carver and toy maker.(source, the American Folk Art Museum).
Dimensions:14 1/2" and 15" tall.
Provenance:From the estate of Jack R Bershad
Condition Report: The Adam figure's toes have losses, otherwise both in good condition.
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From the second half of the 20th century, each with articulated arms. By Jose Belandria, a wood-carver from the Andean city of Merida, Venezuela, who produces some of the finest toys in Latin America. He pays special attention to detail, especially in his rendering of facial features that are exceptionally fine and sharp. These two figures accurately represent his skills as a wood-carver and toy maker.(source, the American Folk Art Museum).
Dimensions:14 1/2" and 15" tall.
Provenance:From the estate of Jack R Bershad
Condition Report: The Adam figure's toes have losses, otherwise both in good condition.