Poetic Artist Made Large Painted Papier Mache Face New York transit authority I'd guess this old cutout

I'd guess this old cutout wooden stork head was once attached to a body and lived in a yard or garden somewhere

1 3/8" across at opening and 2 3/4" across at base

or a bird of paradise would be pretty fabulous in it too

Born in 1862

with really a fantastic surface

Poetic Artist Made Large Painted Papier Mache Face New York transit authority I'd guess this old cutoutI found this at Brimfield and know it came out of an artists' estate, but I am not sure the name of the artist. Such a wonderfully expressive face, I'd be inclined to give a name to this guy and talk to him like friend (or therapist!) C. 1960s 70s I believe, painted papier mache, strung for hanging. 13" x 8 5 8" and in good condition, with a couple of small dings as documented.