Celebrate a wonderful milestone with this sweet piece of mid-century nostalgia. This lovely collectible angel features a glossy pink gown, textured gold wings, and holds a small gold hand mirror behind a large floral-embellished number twelve.
- Size: 5.5 inches tall by 5 inches wide (Measurements are close but approximate)
- Material: Porcelain
- Decade: 1960s
- Style: Kitsch / Traditional
- Condition: Excellent condition with no flaws to the delicate ceramic structures or gold paint work
- Extra notes: This piece comes complete with its original paper hang tag attached to the back.
Muriel Joseph George began designing her famous figurine line in California during the mid-1940s, eventually moving production to Japan in the late 1950s to maintain high standards of detailed clay work and affordable giftware distribution. The Birthday Girls series became an iconic staple of American childhood traditions, representing a meaningful milestone collectible for families throughout the mid-to-late twentieth century. The signature glossy glaze, delicate hand-painted facial features, and heavy use of 24 karat gold splatters and trim make these highly recognizable and deeply prized by ceramic collectors.