Replicated by a coveted primitive dating back to our great-grandparents’ autumns, this folk art comes to life when a candle is lit within the basin. He will opt to harbour Halloween treats while stealing the hearts of all who visit your threshold. Translucent film inside the eyes and mouth allow the inner flicker to spur a glint in his eyes. Vintage, hand-painted reproduction made with exquisite detailing-each is an original. Paper Maché. 7 x 13” Limited Quantities.
Paper mache’ pumpkins became popular in the US in the 1950s. During the early 1940s, sugar was rationed to aid the WWII war effort and delayed the spread and popularity of trick-or-treating until the late 1940s. The paper mache’ was made of egg crate pulp molded in a pumpkin shape. Colorful tissue paper was used for the eyes and mouth and they were not true jack-o-lanterns since they were flammable, but perfect for candy collecting containers. Because they are delicate and handmade, the little antique character faces are rare and collectible.
Replicated by a coveted primitive dating back to our great-grandparents’ autumns, this folk art comes to life when a candle is lit within the basin. He will opt to harbour Halloween treats while stealing the hearts of all who visit your threshold. Translucent film inside the eyes and mouth allow the inner flicker to spur a glint in his eyes. Vintage, hand-painted reproduction made with exquisite detailing-each is an original. Paper Maché. 7 x 13” Limited Quantities.
Paper mache’ pumpkins became popular in the US in the 1950s. During the early 1940s, sugar was rationed to aid the WWII war effort and delayed the spread and popularity of trick-or-treating until the late 1940s. The paper mache’ was made of egg crate pulp molded in a pumpkin shape. Colorful tissue paper was used for the eyes and mouth and they were not true jack-o-lanterns since they were flammable, but perfect for candy collecting containers. Because they are delicate and handmade, the little antique character faces are rare and collectible.
