#505

Italian Felt Giraffe with Daisy by Lenci
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$500
sold
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Description
24" (61 cm.) The tan felt giraffe with intricately-stitched construction seams has very elongated neck and legs,amusing sewn-on blue felt trousers on back legs,with yellow boots,three collars and ties (to accommodate his tall neck!),disc eyes with floating pupils,open mouth to which is attached a colorful felt daisy. Condition: generally excellent,felt worn with few little holes by the feet. Marks: Lenci Made in Italy (original cloth label on tail). Comments: Lenci,circa 1940s. Value Points: rare and delightful felt figure with excellent detail of construction.