Accurate Description of Item
One 1950's Alexander Backer "Cupid" Wall Hanging
Appraiser Remarks
The Alexander Backer Company made a huge variety of chalkware/plaster figurines and wall hangings from the 1930's through 1950's. In many cases their more classical statuary pieces were based on antique examples that had no copyright on the design. Values for backer Chalkware tends to be modest, but it does have a group of dedicated collectors. In the current market a comparable piece by Backer would retail for about $35.00.
Estimated Value
$25.00- $35.00
Re: Alexander Backer Sculpture.
One 1950's Alexander Backer "Cupid" Wall Hanging
The Alexander Backer Company made a huge variety of chalkware/plaster figurines and wall hangings from the 1930's through 1950's. In many cases their more classical statuary pieces were based on antique examples that had no copyright on the design. Values for backer Chalkware tends to be modest, but it does have a group of dedicated collectors. In the current market a comparable piece by Backer would retail for about $35.00.