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Unique vintage handmade coconut shell folk-art wall hanging, believed to date to the 1970s.This piece is made from a natural coconut shell with the original coconut fiber left intact to create the beard/hair. The face features hand-painted eyes, cheeks, nose, and mouth, along with fabric headwear and a small cigarette detail for added character.This is a decorative wall hanging / folk-art piece, not a wearable mask or costume item.The exact maker and country of origin are unknown. Pieces like this were commonly made as tropical or island souvenir art during the mid-to-late 20th century, and each one tends to have its own handmade character.Details:Believed circa 1970sHandmade from natural coconut shell and fiberHand-painted facial featuresFabric hat/head coveringThree-dimensional face designVintage tropical / island folk-art styleDecorative wall hangingOne-of-a-kind handmade appearance
Condition:
Pre-owned vintage condition with age-related wear, discoloration, surface marks, and natural variation in the coconut shell and fibers. Please review all photos closely, as they are part of the condition description.A distinctive piece for a vintage tiki, tropical, folk-art, mid-century, eclectic, bar, restaurant, man cave, or conversation-piece collection.Note: Age is estimated based on appearance and history; no maker’s mark or documentation is present.
