Large Folk Art Carved and Painted Rhinoceros

Fred Alten (1872-1945)
Michigan
Circa: 1910-20
Size: 17" (oal)
An exceptional example of a large Fred Alten animal. Fred Alten was a machinist in Wyandotte, Michigan and carved animals based on illustrations in Jonson’s Book of Nature. A garage full of his works was found thirty years after his death.

Provenance: Peter Brams; Barbara Johnson

HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGES AVAILABLE.

Condition: Excellent with expected wear from age and use. On a custom mount

Price: SOLD

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