Very Old, Very Expressive Tall Papier Mache over Wood Figure with Beautifully Carved Face antique apothecary bottle As mounted: 12" x 9"

As mounted: 12" x 9"

most commonly hand-painted with decorative patterns

The hinged lid opens easily and sits flush

Nice and big

many of them I think as good for adult cocktail parties as kid's birthdays

Very Old, Very Expressive Tall Papier Mache over Wood Figure with Beautifully Carved Face antique apothecary bottle As mounted: 12" x 9"This 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