Posted 15 years ago
vivsmama
(7 items)
My Aunt is almost 95 and I believe this was one of her wedding toppers from 1942. They look like Kewpies, but I am not sure. Her sister collected Kewpies for years, so it wouldn't surprise me. Do these have any value as I am trying to sell off my Aunt's estate. Thanks. I did not find any markings. The fabric is in pretty good shape but fragile.
Yes it is. Made around 1915. Here is an example complete
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-C1910-20-Bisque-Kewpie-Bride-Groom-Cake-Topper-Under-Glass-Dome-/330614674090?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4cfa2b92aa
Thank you Vestaswind for your help! Awesome.
My referance book. Collecting Rose O'neill's kewpies, written by David O'neill and Janet O'neill Sullivan, in page 30 shows a similar bride and groom made in japan. They are 4" tall, but the bride is on the left-side, the flower is identical. The book has a price of &125-150. Hope this helps.
Books are great for IDing items, but book price is always but a dream. The completed listings on eBay are the way to go.