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Lot 247
Two Antique Italian or Sicilian Rod Puppets
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Late 19th century, carved polychrome heads, hands and feet, depicting women, both with glass eyes and silk aprons, the first (36.5 in.) a brunette wearing a cotton dress; the second (36 in.) with red hair and a blue dress.

Proceeds to benefit the American Dance Festival, Durham, North Carolina

The first puppet is missing her left foot, whereas the second one's silk apron is heavily fractured; paint loss, soiling to both. With custom stands.

$800 - 1,500