EXTREMELY RARE ROBB HEROIC SIZE 19TH CENTURY CARVED AND PAINTED CIGAR STORE INDIAN TRADE FIGURE

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/16/2026

Circa 1870–1890, New York, attributed to the shop of Samuel A. Robb, substantial carved and polychrome-painted wood tobacconist trade figure depicting a standing Native American warrior wearing an elaborate eagle and feather headdress, carved jewelry and feather-decorated costume, the raised right arm displaying a bundle of cigars and the left supporting a large circular advertising shield lettered “SUPERIOR QUALITY CIGARS.” Particularly elaborate construction includes deeply carved hair, applied feather elements and a fully modeled animal pelt descending across the back with carved head, paws and claws. Mounted on a shaped ground above a later black-painted box pedestal. CONDITION: Figure retains an attractive old painted surface with evidence of restoration and overpainting, scattered age cracks, minor losses and general wear consistent with age; advertising shield with a substantial old repair and replaced section, together with scattered wear and surface loss. Overall structurally sound and displays exceptionally well. Provenance: The Mystic Seaport Museum.

This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.

Condition: (Very Good).

Item Dimensions: Approx. 84" x 20 - 1/4" x 17 - 1/4".