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3 Stooges Original 1980

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10 years ago
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 Chalkware statues of The Three Stooges, they are the work of pop artist Norman Mauer. Produced by ESCO, this is a 100% original and authentic dated 1980.  We have all 3 statues Larry, Moe & Curly.
 
Large solid plaster statues w/total height of between 17.5" to 18". Depicted are the Three Stooges (Moe, Larry and Curly) in tuxedos, Moe holding stick of dynamite in hand while holding a finger to his lips. Curly sticks his fingers in his ears and is depicted w/eyes tightly closed. From a series of large-headed statues of pop culture personalities by Esco Products, Inc. ©1980 Norman Mauer Prod. Inc. 

 

Category Other
Medium I think its Plaster or Clay
Distinguishing marks Artist, Norman Mauer
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item Each one is appx. 18 inches tall
Date Period 1980
Weight 6 - 9 pounds each
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jashellx2 🌱 Newbie 10 years ago

 Chalkware statues of The Three Stooges, they are the work of pop artist Norman Mauer. Produced by ESCO, this is a 100% original and authentic dated 1980.  We have all 3 statues Larry, Moe & Curly. Large solid plaster statues w/total height of between 17.5" to 18". Depicted are the Three Stooges (Moe, Larry and Curly) in tuxedos, Moe holding stick of dynamite in hand while holding a finger to his lips. Curly sticks his fingers in his ears and is depicted w/eyes tightly closed. From a series of large-headed statues of pop culture personalities by Esco Products, Inc. ©1980 Norman Mauer Prod. Inc. 

 

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MarkBlemish 🎯 Collector 4 years ago

I’m sure condition matters. Here are some that sold on eBay https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=ESCO+three+stooges&_sacat=0&rt=nc&LH_Sold=1&LH_Complete=1 At liveauctioneers these sold for $70 with an auction estimate of $125 - $175 back in 2017.

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