Bidspirit auction | Three Folk Art Carvings

Three Folk Art Carvings - A man and woman by Jose Belandria, each with moving arms, the third a figure of Charlie Chaplin signed by Horiberto Belandria. Jose Belandria, a wood-carver from the Andean city of Merida, Venezuela, produces some of the finest toys in Latin America. He pays special attention to detail, especially in his rendering of facial features that are exceptionally fine and sharp. These three figures accurately represent his skills as a wood-carver and toy maker.(source, The American Folk Art Museum). Dimensions: From 16” to 20” tall. Provenance: From the estate of Jack R Bershad Condition: Minor losses and Surface wear. Some shrinkage cracks.