Rapping Hand. German, ca. 1920s.

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Rapping Hand. German, ca. 1920s. Faux hand, painted papier-mache, which raps out answers to questions on a sheet of glass, once for “yes” and twice for “no.” 2 x 6 3/4 x 4".

Condition

Small chips and paint losses at wrist.

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Rapping Hand. German, ca. 1920s.

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