Vintage 1920s Carved and Painted Chalkware King Kong Sculpture

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Circa 1920s American painted chalkware "King Kong" figure.
These figurines date back as far as the 1800s and were often … Read more Circa 1920s American painted chalkware "King Kong" figure.
These figurines date back as far as the 1800s and were often used as carnival prizes, hence the alternate name, 'carnival chalk."
Chalkware is composed of plaster of Paris or sculpted gypsum (a carving, as opposed to mold, in this example).
Since it is unfired, unlike a glaze, its colors are exposed (usually hand-painted watercolors), and the coatings offer little protection. Hence, these pieces are easy chipped / broken, given the fragile quality of materials. Wear is accepted and expected with pieces of this material.
In this case, there is only light, general wear/patina present with a few small spots of paint loss. Exceptional condition given its age and materials.
H: 13.13" x L: 6.75" x D: 4" See less