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VINTAGE ROSSINI JAPAN CERAMIC BIG EYE HIPPO FIGURINE - MID CENTURY KITSCH
ITEM OVERVIEW:
Up for sale is a rare vintage 1960s ceramic hippopotamus figurine made in Japan by Rossini. This piece features iconic Mid-Century Modern "big eye" styling, expressive oversized black eyes, sculpted skin folds, and a warm matte brown spray-shaded finish. The original foil sticker with the Rossini winged Pegasus logo is present on the underside.
ITEM SPECIFICS:
- Brand / Maker: Rossini
- Country of Origin: Japan
- Material: Ceramic / Pottery
- Subject: Hippopotamus / Hippo
- Style: Mid-Century Modern (MCM) / Kitsch / Big Eye Art
- Height: Approx. 5 inches
- Era: 1960s
- Marking: Original Rossini Japan Foil Label Attached
CONDITION DETAILS:
- Overall Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
- Ceramic / Glaze: Crisp details with no chips, cracks, repairs, or crazing.
- Paint / Finish: Matte airbrushed finish and eye details are well preserved.
- Label: Original gold/red Rossini Japan foil sticker remains intact on the bottom.
- Please review all provided photographs for close-up physical condition and measurements.
SHIPPING & HANDLING:
Wrapped securely in bubble wrap and double-cushioned for safe transit. Calculated shipping based on destination weight.
