Thomas V. Brooks (1828-1895) was a leading American wood carver; he was well known for carving ships and shop figures, particularly his Indian statutes featuring V-shaped headdresses. He opened his business in New York city in 1848 and it is believed that his style was developed in the 1850's and 1860's. This cigar store Indian is very much in the style of Brooks and displays the identifiable "V" shaped headdress. This carving shows fine detail attributed to the cigar store Indians of the day, with two clusters of cigars and full headdress with bear-paw mantle. Holding a flint-lock rifle, this cigar store Indian displays the superb artistic skill from the hand of the carver. The Indian Chief is in restored condition showing repair to the headdress and new perfectly hued paint. The base has some repair, however this is a great piece of American folk art and a great addition to any discriminating collection. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Condition: (Very Good). Item Dimensions: 77" x 20" x 21".
Thomas V. Brooks (1828-1895) was a leading American wood carver; he was well known for carving ships and shop figures, particularly his Indian statutes featuring V-shaped headdresses. He opened his business in New York city in 1848 and it is believed that his style was developed in the 1850's and 1860's. This cigar store Indian is very much in the style of Brooks and displays the identifiable "V" shaped headdress. This carving shows fine detail attributed to the cigar store Indians of the day, with two clusters of cigars and full headdress with bear-paw mantle. Holding a flint-lock rifle, this cigar store Indian displays the superb artistic skill from the hand of the carver. The Indian Chief is in restored condition showing repair to the headdress and new perfectly hued paint. The base has some repair, however this is a great piece of American folk art and a great addition to any discriminating collection. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Condition: (Very Good). Item Dimensions: 77" x 20" x 21".
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