Papier Mâché Zoomorph Money Box 19th Century Pike Fish Guard Trunk Trade
Exceptional zoomorphic papier-mâché piggy bank from the late 19th century
The piggy bank takes the form of a costumed fish in the garb of the Garde-champêtre or town crier, complete with drum and tricorn.
A small door on the side allows the coins inserted inside to be retrieved.
This extremely decorative and original object was certainly originally intended to decorate a business linked to the world of the sea, such as a fishmonger's, restaurant, etc.
Height: 56.5 cm
Cracks and chips, good overall condition.
The piggy bank takes the form of a costumed fish in the garb of the Garde-champêtre or town crier, complete with drum and tricorn.
A small door on the side allows the coins inserted inside to be retrieved.
This extremely decorative and original object was certainly originally intended to decorate a business linked to the world of the sea, such as a fishmonger's, restaurant, etc.
Height: 56.5 cm
Cracks and chips, good overall condition.
900 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Cardboard
Reference (ID): 1774202
Availability: In stock
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