The Estate of Bessie Mae Carriss
Lot 473:
Description
A large mid-century modern decorative wall hanging depicting a peacock with a fully fanned tail. The piece is constructed from molded plastic featuring an intricate, pierced openwork design for the plumage. It is finished in a metallic gold tone, with a green iridescent wash applied to the bird body and the centers of the tail feathers. The peacock is depicted in profile, standing upon a molded foliate base. The reverse side shows the hollow construction typical of molded resin or plastic decorative arts from this period. No maker marks, labels, or signatures are visible on the object.Width: 31 1/2 inchesHeight: 35 inches.
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