Primitive Uncle Sam Folk Art Large 22.5" 3lb. Canvas Figure • MM 89 Handmade

$ 38.02

Item Weight: 3 lb Customized: No Signed By: MM 89 Occasion: Multipurpose Type: Figurine Year Manufactured: 1989 Time Period Manufactured: 1980-1989 Character Family: M&M Character: Uncle Sam Features: Heavy, Sturdy, Mixed Media, Estate Piece Handmade: Yes height: 22.5 in Theme: Patriotic, Americana Size: Large Item Length: 22.5 in Signed: Yes Brand: Handmade Original/Reproduction: Original Material: Canvas, Fabric, Wood Base Item Height: 22.5 in Color: Patriotic Style: Primitive

Description

Primitive Uncle Sam Folk Art Large 22.5" 3lb. Canvas Figure • MM 89 Handmade. He has a sturdy, weighty feel and stands securely. • Textured canvas hair and beard. The bottom of the wooden base is marked “MM 89”, which appears to be the maker’s initials and the year (1989). • Wood base signed “MM 89”. This is a wonderful primitive handmade Uncle Sam folk art figure , standing 22 ½ inches tall with a canvas‑wrapped body, textured canvas hair, and hand‑painted patriotic details. He has a sturdy, weighty feel and stands securely. The bottom of the wooden base is marked “MM 89” , which appears to be the maker’s initials and the year (1989). Provenance: This figure came from the estate of Dr. Buben and his wife Victoria , a well‑known Hannibal couple active in the mid‑century arts community. Victoria Buben served on the Hannibal Arts Council and was one of the early organizers of the Hannibal Folk Life Festival , giving this piece a meaningful connection to the region’s folk‑art heritage. Features: • Canvas/fabric‑wrapped body and clothing • Textured canvas hair and beard • Hand‑painted hat, coat, vest, and striped pants • Weighs approximately 3 lbs. — surprisingly solid, sturdy construction • Wood base signed “MM 89” • Stands 22.5" tall • Classic primitive Americana style Condition: Very good vintage condition with light wear appropriate for age. Colors are strong, stitching is intact, and he stands well. No major damage noted. A fantastic addition to any primitive, Americana, or folk‑art collection — especially meaningful during the 250th anniversary year .