Curious Antique Victorian Folk Art Wishbone Toy Figure
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A Rather Curious Antique Late 19th To Early 20th Century Folk Art Figure Made With A Chicken Wishbone. I’m Not Entirely Sure What The Head Is Made From, Hopefully Nothing Else From The Chicken! The Figure Appears To Be An Odd One Eyed Man Wearing A Hat And Some Kind Of Boots.
The Victorians were recycling and reusing a century before the country had heard of Earth Day! Everyday objects like wishbones, spools and nut shells were all given a new life as fanciful, yet functional art objects. All the rage in the 19th century, this crafty trend of turning trash into tiny treasures resulted in Victorian fancies.
Wishbones were one popular way for those who couldn’t afford luxuries to make playthings. The bones would be kept to one side after a meaty meal and these would be turned into dolls and furniture. Fabulous!
Condition is good, commensurate with age and use. Structurally sound. Some age related wear the feet.
Measures 7cm x 4.5cm x 1.5cm
Weighs 5.74 grams