Lot 085: Vintage Ceramic Bunny Piggy Bank, c.1960s

Current bid: $5 AUD.

A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. - View 2 A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. - View 3 A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. - View 4 A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. - View 5 A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. - View 6 A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. - View 7

Description

A vintage ceramic piggy bank shaped like a sitting bunny, hand-painted with charming facial features and floral details, originating from the mid-20th century. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-20th Century * Material: Glazed Ceramic * Style: Kitsch, Novelty * Features: Hand-painted, coin slot, base stopper opening Condition: Minor wear to the paint, consistent with age and handling. No chips, cracks, or significant damage are visible. The original stopper is present on the base, which bears a "FOREIGN" stamp. Interesting fact: * Ceramic piggy banks like this were popular children's gifts in the mid-20th century, often mass-produced and hand-decorated. * Their cheerful designs and practical function made them common household items and collectibles. Use: This charming item is suitable for collectors of vintage ceramics, as a nostalgic decorative accent, or as a functional piggy bank.

Condition Report

Minor wear to the paint, particularly on the base and some edges. A small unpainted speck is present on the top of the head near the ear.

Specifications

CategoryCeramics
Lot ReferenceLOT-085
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