Skip to main content
Home

Main navigation

  • Free Appraisals
    • Get a Free Appraisal
    • View Appraisals
    • Local Appraisers
  • Classifieds
  • Blog
  • Shows
    • Antique Shows, Flea Markets, & Swap Meets Map
    • Upcoming Shows
User Menu
  • Login
  • Help
  • Register

Breadcrumb

  1. Home

Vintage Mr. Big Mouth Carnival Amusement Park Trash Can

By shaneb1970shane, 21 April, 2012
Description

 Mr. Big Mouth is a fabulous two-part vintage piece consisting of a hand painted wood barrel and a detachable man's head and shoulders. The barrel reads "Mr. Big Mouth" "Swallows Everything" "Paper, Steel, Glass". The head is made of fiberglass and is lightly stuccoed and hand painted, much like a fresco. The piece appears to be from the 1940's or 50's and would have been used in a carnival or amusement park setting. We only know of two others in existence and they're no longer showing up "for sale" when we search on line. One was listed for $2,800 and the other for $2,500. We have contacted carnival and amusement collectors and no one has been able to provide us with any further information about him. 

Category
Other
Medium
fiberglass resin?
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
just under 3ft and 16 inches at the widest
Date Period
1940-1950
Weight
25-30 lbs
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
Photos

jpalocz

9 years 6 months ago

Re: Vintage Mr. Big Mouth Carnival Amusement Park Trash Can

i have had on of these trash cans for 20 years and still know nothing about it

No votes yet
Profile picture for user Lovejoy

Lovejoy

9 years 6 months ago

Re: Vintage Mr. Big Mouth Carnival Amusement Park Trash Can

The last one I saw sold at auction this past year for about $700.00

No votes yet
  • Log in or register to post comments

Today’s Featured Blog

How to Start a Collection: Tips for Beginners

More Blog articles…

Recent Appraisals

  • Bavaria Handarbeit 24 Karat Tea Set
  • I don’t know much about it
  • Is this Deutsch Brothers?
  • Opal Edged, Orange-base Carnival Glass Bowl
  • Purple based, ruffled Carnival glass bowl
  • Orange-based Carnival Glass Bowl
  • Northwood Carnival Glass Vase
  • Carved chest and side tables
  • Blue & White Antique Cat
  • Hugh Armstrong Robinson
See more appraisals…

Recent Appraisal Comments

  • Bavarian 24K Gold Handarbeit Porcelain Tea Set
  • Vintage French Provincial Triple Dresser with Mirror Circa 1960
  • Carved Sofa, Chair & Marble-Top Coffee Table Set
  • Any info is appreciated 
  • Also has a beautiful mirror…
  • Can someone tell me something
  • Early 20th Century Opal Edged Marigold Carnival Glass Bowl
  • Purple-Based Ruffled Carnival Glass Bowl
  • Orange-Based Carnival Glass Bowl
  • Northwood Carnival Glass Vase

Recent Blog Articles

  • How to Start a Collection: Tips for Beginners
  • Beyond the Price Tag: The Hidden Factors That Influence Antique and Collectible Value
  • Beyond the Price Tag: Unlocking the Hidden Stories in Your Family Heirlooms
  • Antiques as an Investment: Beyond the Hype, What's Actually Worth It?
  • Is it Real or Just Really Old? Your Guide to Spotting Fake Antiques (and How to Protect Yourself)
  • Beyond the Dust: Unearthing the Stories Behind Your Antiques (and Why Knowing Matters)
  • Unlocking Time's Treasures: Your Essential Vintage Watch Value Guide

More Blog articles…

© 1995- InstAppraisal™, Inc. All Rights Reserved Worldwide
Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, Terms and Conditions, End User License Agreement