Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Ceramic Sitting Gnome Figurine Alberta Molds 8"

Description

View Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Ceramic Sitting Gnome Figurine Alberta Molds 8" with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. A wonderful piece of retro 1970s kitsch! It was beautifully hand-painted by a hobbyist artisan in the 1970s using a warm, rustic color palette of deep wood-tone browns, rosy-pink cheeks, and dark forest green, completed with an antiqued wash that highlights the incredible texture of his long beard and clothing. Vintage 1970s Hand-Painted Ceramic Sitting Garden Gnome Figurine - Alberta Molds Product Overview: A wonderful piece of retro 1970s kitsch! This is an authentic vintage, slip-cast ceramic sitting gnome figurine produced from the collectible Alberta's Molds line, originally sculpted by the iconic designer Don Winton. The figure portrays a whimsical, wide-smiling bearded gnome sitting comfortably with his legs crossed while playfully propping up his cheeks with both hands. It was beautifully hand-painted by a hobbyist artisan in the 1970s using a warm, rustic color palette of deep wood-tone browns, rosy-pink cheeks, and dark forest green, completed with an antiqued wash that highlights the incredible texture of his long beard and clothing. Measurements: Height: Approx. 7.75 inches Width: Approx. 5.5 inches Condition: Good vintage pre-owned condition. The main ceramic body is structurally sound and free of any large structural cracks or repairs. The hand-painted finish shows authentic vintage wear and character, including cosmetic surface paint flaking and rubbing along the lower edges of his bushy beard and sleeve cuffs. The underside rim shows typical raw unpainted ceramic exposure and shelf wear from display over the decades. Please review all high-resolution macro photos for an exact look at condition. Perfect addition to a 70s home decor display, rustic bookshelf accent, or fairy gnome collection! Ships with expert padding to ensure a safe delivery Condition: Used. Category: Home & Garden › Yard, Garden & Outdoor Living › Décor › Ornaments & Statues. Brand: Alberta's Molds.

Item Length

8 in

Pattern

1960's/1970's

Shape

Gnome

Occasion

Summer

Size

Medium

Area of Use

Flower Bed, Porch, Lawn

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor & Outdoor

Color

Brown

Material

Ceramic

Subject

Gnome

Brand

Alberta's Molds

Type

Garden Gnome

Care Instructions

Clean with Warm Water

Item Height

8 in

Theme

Fairies

Style

Vintage/Retro

Finish

Glazed

Country of Origin

United States