Ornament: Christmas Clown, Blow Mold Head, Yarn Hair, Flocked, Vintage 1950s

A mid-century clown ornament with a blow mold head, yarn hair, a flocked red ball body, with a stiffened polka-dot felt hat and collar. Playful, a little old-fashioned, and full of vintage tree charm.

• Maker: Unmarked
• Materials: Blow mold plastic, flocking, felt, yarn
• Dimensions: 3.75 inches Tall (to tip of hat), body ball is approx 2.0 inches in Diameter
• Origin: Japan
• Era: Vintage 1950s - 1960s (estimated)
• Condition: Good Vintage Condition. There is wear, discoloration on the pom pom, and light fraying on the chenille collar trim; the hanging cord is torn and will need replacing. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.

The clown's blow mold plastic head has a painted face and a full head of yarn hair, and it sits on a velvety flocked red ball. His stiffened felt hat and ruffled collar are both polka dotted, and the collar has a pom pom and white trim.

A fun fit for a vintage-style or kitschy tree, and a good gift for anyone who collects mid-century ornaments or clowns.

Ornaments built from flocked balls, molded plastic faces, and scraps of felt and chenille were popular tree decorations in the mid-20th century, when affordable novelty ornaments were produced in large numbers. The clown, more at home under a circus tent than on a Christmas tree, gave those designs a playful, whimsical twist that collectors still enjoy today.

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