Vintage FOLK ART Hand Carved Wood Traveling Man with Young Child

Description

View Vintage FOLK ART Hand Carved Wood Traveling Man with Young Child with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This particular grouping is a recognized design among collectors. This item is a vintage, hand-carved folk art wooden sculpture depicting a traveling man and a boy, likely originating from North America (possibly Quebec) or Eastern Europe. The specific figures appear to be a common motif of a wanderer or traveler, often referred to as a hobo or beggar in the folk art context. Key Characteristics: Art Style: The carving style is indicative of folk art, characterized by rustic appeal, expressive details, and a focus on traditional or everyday subjects. Material: It is hand-carved from solid wood, with a natural, unstained patina that highlights the grain. Subject: The main figure is a bearded man with a walking stick and satchel, holding the hand of a small boy who carries a basket. This particular grouping is a recognized design among collectors. ****I’ve seen several listing similar to this one but only with the man. I have yet to see another one with a child. Condition: Used. Category: Art › Art Sculptures.

Artist

Unknown

Unit of Sale

Single-Piece Work

Size

Medium

Color

Brown

Period

Contemporary (1970 - 2020)

Material

Wood

Item Length

6.5”

Region of Origin

Unknown

Subject

Man/Child

Type

Sculptures & Carvings

Listed By

Dealer or Reseller

Unit Type

Unit

Format

Statue

Original/Licensed Reproduction

Original

Item Height

11.5”

Style

Folk Art

Theme

Agriculture, Americana, Animals, Architecture, Art, Biblical, Continents & Countries, Domestic & Family Life, Exhibitions, Graffiti, History, Natural History, Nature, People, Portrait, Religious, Theater, Western

Features

Single Piece Of Wood Carved

Production Technique

Carving

Unit Quantity

1

Item Width

3.5”

Handmade

Yes

Time Period Produced

Unknown