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Charming Chalk Ware Brooks Co. Shy Naked Baby with Metal Glasses Kewpie Bank

$395
£299.33
€344.94
CA$558.64
A$600.77
CHF 321.23
MX$7,245.11
NOK 4,062.21
SEK 3,701.19
DKK 2,577.46

About the Item

1966 Brooks Co. “Shy Baby” Chalkware Kewpie Bank with Metal Glasses This charming chalkware Kewpie-style baby bank by A.N. Brooks Corp. of Chicago captures mid-century Americana at its most delightful. The baby, seated with knees drawn up to its chest and arms wrapped around its legs, gives a mischievous sideways glance, a look equal parts shy and playful. Its expression, complete with raised brows and a knowing smile, exudes character and humor. Adding to its irresistible charm are a pair of original wireframe glasses, slightly worn with age, that give the baby a wonderfully comical, almost professorial look. The figure is painted a warm, fleshy pink tone. The back is clearly marked: “A.N. Brooks Corp., Merchandise Mart, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A., 1966.” The coin slot sits at the top of the baby’s head, while the access opening is located on the base (the original rubber stopper is no longer present). Condition: Good vintage condition with general surface wear, minor discoloration, and small indentations consistent with age. There is paint loss on the wire glasses and wear to the base. These mid-century chalkware figural banks by Brooks Co. are highly collectible, prized for their whimsical expressions and nostalgic charm. They make a fantastic gift or conversation piece — perfect on a shelf, desk, or nursery display.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1966
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Red Lion, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10258247011602

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