Very Old, Very Expressive Tall Papier Mache over Wood Figure with Beautifully Carved Face enameled wood dominoes Bottom Right Subject: Martea

Bottom Right Subject: Martea

There is something so satisfying about spinning a game wheel like this

where it might be seen and used

looks to me both like a face and like a little turtle coming to the end of a long path

drippy glazing is just terrific

Very Old, Very Expressive Tall Papier Mache over Wood Figure with Beautifully Carved Face enameled wood dominoes Bottom Right Subject: MarteaThis one! I found him yesterday in Maine, though most certainly that is not where he originated. His papier mache over carved wood construction, and the manner of the carving of his face suggests reminds me a bit of some extraordinary early Punch and Judy puppets I once had. Im not entirely certain but would guess mid late 19th century and think likely European, but with the face looking as if perhaps representing an African subject. Altogether a bit