Description
Chalkware figures bought at auction. Very nice, not much else known.
Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
chalkware
Distinguishing marks
Looks like 37. & 38. on back.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
6 to 7" H 4 to 5" W
Date Period
?
Weight
1 to 1 1/2 lbs
History
Chalkware, bought at auction, know nothing about pieces.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
?
For Sale?
No
Photos
Re: Chalkware man & lady balloon people.
These look like chalk ware knock offs of Royal Doulton figurines, "The Balloon Man" and "the Old Balloon Seller", both of which have been around since 1940 ( Balloon Man) and 1929 ( Old Balloon Seller). Probably even made from latex molds of the originals.
As for value, chalkware values are all over the map, and it has been widely reproduced.
Lovejoy