1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines

Two small vintage figurines of babies in contrasting poses. One infant sleeps on its stomach in a blue sleeper, while the other sits up in a diaper with wide blue eyes. Both feature the soft, matte, and slightly chipped texture typical of antique chalkware.
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
Two small vintage figurines of babies in contrasting poses. One infant sleeps on its stomach in a blue sleeper, while the other sits up in a diaper with wide blue eyes. Both feature the soft, matte, and slightly chipped texture typical of antique chalkware. 1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines 1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines 1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines 1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines 1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines 1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines 1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
1950s Hand Painted Chalkware Baby Figurine Set – Mid-Century Nursery Figurines
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This Chalkware Baby Figurine Set features a rounded reclining silhouette and a soft matte plaster texture, offering a whimsical playroom aesthetic for curated nursery shelf displays.

This charming duo represents a classic mid-century nursery tradition, likely produced as carnival prizes or affordable bedroom accents during the late 1930s or 1940s. One infant is captured in a peaceful slumber wearing a pale blue button-back sleeper, while the second figure sits upright in a simple diaper with wide-eyed curiosity. The hand-painted details, from the rosy cheeks to the tiny tufts of blonde hair, showcase the gentle artistry of period plasterwork. Because they are made of authentic chalkware, they possess a delicate weight and a unique aged surface that tells a story of decades spent watching over a child's room.

These figurines show the honest signs of their age, including the tiny flakes and soft edge wear that collectors of genuine chalkware look for to verify authenticity. They are perfectly sized to tuck into a shadow box, sit atop a stack of vintage children's books, or serve as a nostalgic centerpiece for a traditional baby shower. The muted pastel tones and sweet expressions bring a sense of quiet history to a modern home, making them a thoughtful gift for an expectant mother who loves the Victorian or mid-century aesthetic. These are not merely toys but small sculptural artifacts of a bygone era of domestic decor.

Details: They each measures about 4" in length. Good condition. They show age.
These items are vintage, over 80 years old.
All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.