The D. Bertholf Auction: Tractors, Implements, Guns, Stoneware and Artwork
Lot 11:
Description
This pair of hand-carved wooden clogs is designed in a traditional European folk style, commonly referred to as klompen. Each shoe is constructed from solid wood with a dark brown stain and a high-gloss varnished finish. The form features a distinctive pointed and slightly upturned toe with a rounded heel. The lateral exterior of each clog is hand-incised with a cursive inscription that reads Garry. The interior surfaces are hollowed out, displaying rough-hewn tool marks from the carving process. The exterior shows a visible wood grain under the finish. A tape measure included in the documentation indicates a total exterior length of approximately 11.5 inches. Length: 11 1/2 inches Width: 4 1/8 inches Height: 4 1/2 inches.
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