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Collection of Gnomeman Carved Oak Figures
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Collection of Gnomeman Carved Oak Figures

1940 - 1960
Sold 14 August 2024 · William Carr Antiques
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Description

A very rare collection of Thomas 'Gnomeman' Whittaker carved English oak figures.

Thomas Whittaker of Littlebeck, Whitby, North Yorkshire. (1910-1991)

All tool carved in the 'Yorkshire Critters' tradition from a solid block of English oak in Tom's characteristically rustic style, with his distinctive gnome signature to the back of the plinths.

Featuring a range of the Queens Beasts as modelled around the time of the coronation in 1953.

Offered in superb original condition, with a lovely colour.

A charming video can be viewed here: https://www.britishpathe.com/asset/37108/ to see Tom at work at his home in Littlebeck.

(Approximate Measurements)

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this piece to the 1950s.

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SA1078188
Description
A very rare collection of Thomas 'Gnomeman' Whittaker carved English oak figures.

Thomas Whittaker of Littlebeck, Whitby, North Yorkshire. (1910-1991)

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All tool carved in the 'Yorkshire Critters' tradition from a solid block of English oak in Tom's characteristically rustic style, with his distinctive gnome signature to the back of the plinths.
William Carr Antiques
fig 1. Collection Of Gnomeman Carved Oak Figures
fig 1. Collection of Gnomeman Carved Oak Figures

Featuring a range of the Queens Beasts as modelled around the time of the coronation in 1953.

Offered in superb original condition, with a lovely colour.

A charming video can be viewed here: https://www.britishpathe.com/asset/37108/ to see Tom at work at his home in Littlebeck.

(Approximate Measurements)

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this piece to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1078188
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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William Carr Antiques

William Carr Antiques
Telephone 07958 023028
Location
Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder
Verified Since Feb 2022
Items For Sale 37
Items Sold 418
William Carr Antiques
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Collection Of Gnomeman Carved Oak Figures
Collection Of Gnomeman Carved Oak Figures
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Collection Of Gnomeman Carved Oak Figures
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  • Period1940 - 1960
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)
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