Two little birds, still bright after nearly a century — the kind of object that tells you exactly where it came from the moment you see it.
These are classic American carnival chalkware: hand-painted plaster bird figurines on green bases, the type given away as prizes at carnival midways from the 1920s through the 1940s. At just 2 inches tall they're tiny, but the colors have held beautifully and they have the particular charm of objects made to be won and treasured. Available in two colorways — Red/Yellow or Yellow/Black — each listing is a set of two birds. Minor nicks and chips are present on both, entirely consistent with their age and the life they've lived.
Genuinely rare in this small size. A wonderful gift for the chalkware collector, the carnival folk art enthusiast, or anyone who loves objects with a great American story behind them.
Type: Chalkware Figurines, Carnival Prize
Maker: Unknown, USA
Subject: Birds on Green Base
Material: Hand-Painted Plaster (Chalkware)
Era: 1920s-1940s (estimated)
Dimensions: Approx. 2"H
Variants: Red/Yellow or Yellow/Black — each sold as a set of 2
Condition: Very good vintage condition. Minor nicks and chips — consistent with age. Please note small size. Please review all photos carefully — we cannot accept returns.
