American Folk Art Baseball & Bat Sculpture - Circa 1930 - May 26, 2024 | Santa Cruz Auction Company In Ca
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American Folk Art Baseball & Bat Sculpture - Circa 1930

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American Folk Art Baseball & Bat Sculpture - Circa 1930
American Folk Art Baseball & Bat Sculpture - Circa 1930
Item Details
Description
A rare, unique and amazing American folk art sculpture commemorating a California baseball game between the Santa Cruz and the Watsonville baseball teams. Circa 1930. The Santa Cruz team was sponsored by the The Fraternal Order of Oddfellows, Post 96, located in Santa Cruz.

Red-painted wood bat with an actual game-used baseball, gold-painted score inscription and decoupage decorations of an eye, mounted on an integrated wood base decorated with a metal eagle, and three gold-painted wooden rings. The painted inscription reads, "Santa Cruz 12 - Watsonville 5" commemorating the score of the game. At this time in California history, 1920s - 1930s, the Santa Cruz team was sponsored by the IOOF - International Order of Odd Fellows, based at the Branciforte Lodge. Santa Cruz was a hotbed for baseball activity during this era.

HEIGHT - 33 1/2" (85 cm)

PROVENANCE : Santa Cruz collection.

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Condition
Excellent condition with wear and patina as shown. Please see description and photographs.
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American Folk Art Baseball & Bat Sculpture - Circa 1930

Estimate $600 - $800
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Starting Price $350
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