Folk Art Hand-Carved Wood Musical Singer Figurine

This is a substantial hand-carved folk art figurine depicting a portly male opera singer or 'crooner' in mid-performance. The figure is mounted on a thick, square wooden plinth base that appears to be made of solid mahogany or a similar dark hardwood. The character is carved with expressive, exaggerated features, most notably the wide-open circular mouth suggesting a vocal performance. He is dressed in formal attire, including a dark blue or gray tuxedo jacket, a white textured dress shirt, a blue bow tie, and tan or light brown trousers. The craftsmanship exhibits a 'faceted' carving style, where individual tool marks remain visible on the surface, giving it a rustic, artisan quality. This technique is often associated with early to mid-20th-century European or American folk art. The paint application is polychrome with a matte finish. Regarding condition, the piece shows a significant aged patina with visible shelf wear on the base. There is noticeable paint thinning and small chips, particularly around the hands and shoes. The figure stands approximately 10 to 12 inches tall including the base. No maker's marks are visible on the front, though such pieces are sometimes signed on the bottom of the plinth. The overall aesthetic suggests a whimsical mid-century caricature style, highlighting high-quality hand-workmanship over mass production.