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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Asian Bobbleheads / Nodders - Set of 3Up for sale is a delightfully charming, highly collectible set of three (3) vintage mid-century papier-mâché / composition style bobblehead figurines. This rare matching set captures three characters beautifully stylized in traditional vintage Asian attire:
1. A figure in a black robe holding a detailed white folding fan.
2. A figure in a deep maroon tunic with hands politely folded forward.
3. A slightly taller figure standing at approximately 6 inches in a soft coral-pink robe holding an item.Each figurine features unique, sparkling clear rhinestone inset eyes that give them an extra touch of retro mid-century kitsch charm. Built with traditional internal neck balance rods, their oversized heads nod and sway beautifully with a gentle touch. This trio makes an exceptional display addition for collectors of post-war novelty toys, retro bar decor, or vintage export collectibles!Measurements & Details:
- Taller Figurine Height: Approx. 6 inches tall (as shown with measuring tape)
- Shorter Figurines Height: Approx. 5 inches tall
- Material: Painted composition / lightweight molded papier-mâché pulp style
- Accent Details: Inset rhinestone eyes, hand-painted finishes
- Era: 1950s / early 1960s Vintage
- Origin: Unmarked (Classic Post-War Japan/Hong Kong export style)Condition Details:
This set is in good vintage pre-owned condition, holding an incredible amount of authentic character. All three figures retain their inner structural components and bobble/nod freely as intended. The inset glass rhinestone eyes remain bright and firmly attached. Cosmetically, being lightweight composition pieces from the 1950s, they show typical age-related surface wear. This includes light paint rubbing, subtle scuffs, tiny flecks of paint loss (most notably on the black hat rims and hair lines), and uniform surface crazing/hairline texture cracks inherent to vintage papier-mâché items over time. The undersides of the bases show natural aging, uneven paint coverage from production, and remnants of old export stickers, but remain structurally stable. Please closely review all high-resolution photos for a full, detailed view of their cosmetic vintage condition.Shipping & Handling:
We treat fragile vintage novelty collectibles with the utmost care! Your three-piece bobblehead set will be wrapped individually and securely in thick professional bubble wrap, then shipped inside a sturdy cardboard box to prevent any shifting or damage to the internal balance rods during transit. Please feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing!