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Mid-Century Green Glazed Ceramic Car Ornament, Model T Style, c.1950s
Mid-Century Green Glazed Ceramic Car Ornament, Model T Style, c.1950s
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A charming mid-century figural ceramic ornament modelled after a 1910s-era automobile, finished in a glossy olive-green glaze. This stylised take on the classic Model T features playful sculptural lines, with detailed wheels, headlights and bodywork rendered in soft relief. The body is hollow, suggesting it may once have served as a small planter or desk accessory.
Ceramic figural novelties like this were popularised in post-war America by makers such as Royal Copley and McCoy, who elevated everyday forms into collectible decor. The piece's unmarked base, paired with its specific glaze tone and 1910 imprint, suggests a tribute to vintage automotive history. A nostalgic and offbeat piece for shelves, curios, or gifts for car enthusiasts.
Dimensions:
12cm in height
16cm in width
9cm in depth
Condition:
Good - Some minor chips visible (notably to wheel edges and roof corner), small surface inconsistencies from glaze application - common in mid-century novelty ceramics
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