American Wooden Ringmaster with Handsome Expression by Schoenhut

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8 1/2" (22 cm.) Two-part paper mache head with handsome gentleman expression, painted outlined brown eyes, thick brown eyeliner, wide curly-tip moustache, brown goatee, light brown painted hair, unusual red accent lines on ears, jointing at shoulders and hips, painted black shoes. Excellent condition. American, Schoenhut, 1908. Ringmaster from the Humpty Dumpty Circus, wearing original costume comprising wooden top hat with gold band, yellow vest with red felt jacket, and including bow tie and baton, handsome facial expression varies from #69. Private Collection of Keith Kaonis.