Vintage Chalkware French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Red Cross Tag, Carnival Prize
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:1790837 |
Vintage Chalkware French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Red Cross Tag, Carnival or Fair Prize. This dedicated little guy wearing a Red Cross tag on his collar was purchased from an antique dealer here in Wisconsin who thinks his collar tag is original to this dog figurine. In my research, I found a dog figurine wearing this exact tag but he was pictured on the front cover of a magazine during World War I. My thoughts are that this chalkware dog may have been made to honor war dogs but that t...his dog was a prize given at carnivals and fairs from the 1930s-1960s. Of course, he is used. See details on photos. Personally, I prefer collectible chalk ware pieces that have a patina reflecting their age. He would make an excellent addition to a collection or as a distinctive display piece on his own. About 7 inches tall and 4 inches wide at widest point.
