Lot 061: Box Lot of Vintage Ornamental Sundries

Description

A comprehensive collection of vintage ornamental sundries, featuring a wide array of materials including ceramic, metal, and natural minerals, representing various decorative styles from the mid-20th century onwards. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Predominantly Mid to Late 20th Century, some items potentially earlier. * Material: Ceramic, brass, bronze, silver-plated metal, glass, wood, gypsum (desert rose). * Contents: Includes Czecho-Slovakian ceramic mug, various novelty ceramic figurines (bellhop, mouse in car, man drinking from mug, dog, Dutch clogs, dice-shaped holder), miniature statuettes (Merlion, classical figures, mermaid, three monkeys, boot, street lamps), a pocket watch-style desk clock, two up paddle with two Australian style pennys, miniature jugs and vases, a smoking pipe, a football-shaped money bank, a railroad crossing sign, and natural desert rose mineral formations. Condition: Items exhibit general wear consistent with age and handling. Visible surface dirt and dust on many items. Some minor chips and scuffs may be present on ceramic pieces. The overall condition is good for a mixed vintage lot. Interesting fact: * The "Desert Rose" mineral formations are evaporite formations of gypsum, often found in arid sandy regions, forming unique rose-like structures. Use: Ideal for collectors of miniature and novelty items, as decorative accents, or for those seeking to expand an eclectic vintage collection.

Condition Report

General wear, surface dirt and dust. Potential minor chips and scuffs on ceramic items, consistent with age and mixed handling.

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