Item Report
Folk Art Hand-Painted Carved Wooden Cow Figurine
By: Unknown maker
Style: Folk Art
Origin: United States (or possibly Mexico/Latin America)
Materials: Carved wood, polychrome paint
Age: Circa 1980-2000
Condition: Very Good (minor paint wear and surface scuffs visible, typical for this type)
Value: $15 - $35
Maker's Marks / Writing: No makers mark or writing visible.
Date: 2025-06-03 06:19:03.522537
Description:
This is a hand-carved and hand-painted folk art wooden cow figurine, featuring a stylized design and bright, colorful paint, including a decorative patterned blanket over the back and a small bird perched on its head. The carving is somewhat naive, characteristic of folk art, and the whimsical polychrome decoration adds charm. The details suggest it may have been crafted in the late 20th century, likely as a decorative collectible rather than a functional item.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A whimsical and charming example of contemporary folk art, this hand-carved wooden cow figurine is decorative and likely produced for collectors or as a giftware item. The playful paint and carved details are typical of mass market folk art pieces from the late 20th century. It holds mostly decorative or sentimental value.
Individual Images:
- No additional images were provided
- so details such as the underside
- base
- or any maker's marks cannot be further assessed. The main photo confirms detailed carving and hand-painting
- especially the patterned blanket and bird.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (minor paint wear and surface scuffs visible, typical for this type)
Identification Score: 90%
The form, painting style, and naive carving point strongly to late 20th century folk art traditions in the Americas. The whimsical palette and the small bird are motifs commonly found in gift shop and craft fair items.
Authenticity Score: 95%
The wear, visible brushwork, and naivete suggest an authentic hand-crafted folk art item from the late 20th century, though it is not an antique or rare collectible. Mass-produced reproductions exist, but this appears genuinely handcrafted.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
Folk Art, Hand-Carved, Wooden Cow, Hand-Painted, Decorative Figurine, Contemporary Collectible, Polychrome
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