Vintage Hand Carved Wood Chief Statue | 20" Countertop Cigar Store Indian | Folk Art

A classic piece of Americana, this 20-inch countertop figure is hand-carved in the tradition of 19th-century cigar store advertising figures.

Features:

• Artisanship: Carved from a single block of solid wood, featuring deep textural details in the feathered headdress and the fringed buckskin attire.

• Subject: The Chief is depicted holding a bundle of cigars, a traditional motif for tobacco shop displays.

• Finish: Finished in a rich, warm dark stain that highlights the natural grain and the artisan’s chisel marks.

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a sturdy integrated base.