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Description
"Hand Painted By Artisans In Italy" according to print on its base, this 2 1/2" high wooden figurine actually "smokes" the paper "cigarettes" shown in the images. I have 5 of the full-size cigarettes that have never been lit, 1 that is partially burnt and 2 that are about half gone.
I would like an appraisal of the item, as well as any information such as approximate age, etc.
Category
Antique Toys
Medium
Wood, or a wood composite
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
2.5" high x 1" x 1"
Weight
< 1 ounce
History
From my grandparents (first half 20th century?)
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Re: Hand-Painted Figurine Actually "Smokes" Paper "Cigarettes"
A Google search for Magic Smoking Carny Man or Sigaretta Magic Profumata will lead you to pics of others. I don't know their value.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/24391992@N00/5622370548/in/photostream/