Description
Antique Fairground Paper Mache Sculpture of a Witch or Farmer's Wive
A large half-relief sculpture of the witch from the fairy tale Hansel and Gretel. Probably used as decoration in a fairytale garden at a funfair. Handmade from papier-mâché on a wooden base. Germany, early 20th century. Very good original condition with some paint abrasions.
artfour is an owner-managed trading company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are on display in a century-old barn in southern Germany, which we renovated ourselves. Antiques have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packaged and with a money back guarantee. This allows us to be your preferred partner for the Black Forest and ancient art.
Measures:
Width: 23.62" (60 cm)
Height: 41.34" (105 cm)
Depth: 9.45" (24 cm)
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good original condition with some paint abrasions. Please contact us for a detailed condition report.
Origin:
Germany
Materials & Techniques:
Paper Mache, Wood
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
A large half-relief sculpture of the witch from the fairy tale Hansel and Gretel. Probably used as decoration in a fairytale garden at a funfair. Handmade from papier-mâché on a wooden base. Germany, early 20th century. Very good original condition with some paint abrasions.
artfour is an owner-managed trading company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are on display in a century-old barn in southern Germany, which we renovated ourselves. Antiques have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packaged and with a money back guarantee. This allows us to be your preferred partner for the Black Forest and ancient art.
Measures:
Width: 23.62" (60 cm)
Height: 41.34" (105 cm)
Depth: 9.45" (24 cm)
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good original condition with some paint abrasions. Please contact us for a detailed condition report.
Origin:
Germany
Materials & Techniques:
Paper Mache, Wood
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good original condition with some paint abrasions. Please contact us for a detailed condition report.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
41.34 x 23.62 x 9.45 in
Antique Fairground Paper Mache Sculpture of a Witch or Farmer's Wive
Estimate $980-$2,940
Starting Price
$650
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The July Edit
Jun 26, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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