Vintage Polish Folk Art Hand-Painted Wooden Playing Card Holder by Irena Makowey

Description

Unique card holder composed of two original small-scale folk art paintings depicting figures with card suits by Polish artist, Irena Makowey, protected by two glass inserts to front and back and housed within a wooden box without top enclosure (ca. 1960s, Poland).
Soiling/wear to wooden housing, as shown. Otherwise, in good, vintage condition.
Includes two vintage decks of cards.
H: 4.13" x L: 3.25" x D: 2.5"

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Soiling/wear to wooden housing, as shown. Otherwise, in good, vintage condition.

Origin:
Poland

Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Paint, Wood

Details:
Country of Origin: Poland
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Soiling/wear to wooden housing, as shown. Otherwise, in good, vintage condition.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

4.13 x 3.25 x 2.5 in

Vintage Polish Folk Art Hand-Painted Wooden Playing Card Holder by Irena Makowey

Lot 0377

Estimate $180-$380

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