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Camel And Arab Skittles-nodder

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this finely molded paper mache and beautifully polychromed recumbent camel doubles as a 9 piece skittle holder and a pull toy rolling on 4 cast iron wheels, an imposing figure with highly detailed blanketing. Surprisingly the second we have seen and the only nodder. He carries in his back 9 painted paper mache Arabs on wood bases ready for dismounting to be used as bowling pins, among the figures are 4 different styles including 4 similarly posed blackamoors, 4 bearded men holding pipes - 2 with white beards and 2 with black, and a mustachioed chieftain with blue pantaloons, red vest and white cape. This amazing piece also retains partial paper label on underside" D.R.G.M. 935 996 Made in Germany" 19" l.

excellent (very light wear; 1 figure with possible neck repair)

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