Vintage Pair of Chalkware Babies. They each measures about 4" in length. Good condition. They show age.
This darling pair of 4-inch chalkware figurines captures the sweet innocence of sleeping infants and is a quintessential example of mid-century nursery decor. Hand-painted with a soft, matte finish, these pieces showcase the charming, slightly naive artistry common in post-war chalkware collectibles. The set includes one baby in a delicate light blue sleeper and a second baby in a simple white diaper, both featuring the classic "frozen" pose typical of decorative plaster figurines from the 1940s and 1950s.
Often awarded as carnival prizes or sold as affordable home accents during their era, chalkware pieces like these are now highly sought after by collectors of kitschy Americana and vintage nursery items. Their small scale makes them perfect for a tiered tray display, a baby shower centerpiece, or as a nostalgic addition to a curio cabinet. These figurines represent a bygone era of home decoration and possess a unique, aged character that newer reproductions simply cannot replicate.
These items are vintage, approximately 70 to 80 years old. While they appear to be in good condition, they show age-appropriate wear, including small chips and paint loss consistent with their history and the delicate nature of plaster. While it appears to be in good condition, there is the possibility I may have missed a minor detail. In the unlikely event I missed a major flaw I would reach out prior to sending it.
