Charming Antique Carved, Painted Revolutionary War Officer handmade jackstraws heart shaped

heart shaped

with just a bit of darkening to the brass

Late 60s or 1970s I'd guess

They are in great shape

Based on its marks (there are actually three different marks on the set)

Charming Antique Carved, Painted Revolutionary War Officer handmade jackstraws heart shapedI believe this early carving is meant to represent a Revolutionary War officer tricorne hat, blue long coat, gold sash, and yellow waist coat and breeches. Sadly, this wonderful fellow lost part of one arm and also the very corner tip of his hat along the way but he's so good I'd just call them battle wounds! The original paint has endured and aged beautifully, and he is otherwise in great shape, still sturdily attached to his base and standing tall