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Cultural & Historical Background Brass animal figurines enjoyed immense popularity throughout the mid-to-late 20th century, favored as tactile desk accessories, paperweights, and playful shelf accents. Each creature in this eclectic trio carries unique symbolism and heritage: The Pig: Long celebrated in folk traditions as a symbol of abundance, good fortune, and financial prosperity, depicted here with a smooth, streamlined body and alert ears. The Open-Mouth Fish: Inspired by oriental carp and goldfish iconography, which represent perseverance and wealth. Designed with open gaping jaws and top apertures, this functional piece doubles as a toothpick holder, incense burner, or coin catcher. The Lions Club Lion: A dedicated piece of fraternal organization history, standing atop a plinth embossed with the official emblem of Lions Clubs International (established in 1917). It serves as a classic commemorative desk award representing community leadership and strength. Together, this set offers a charming blend of whimsical mid-century brassware and authentic American fraternal collectibles. Vintage Condition Notes All three figurines remain in solid, undamaged vintage condition. The pig displays a bright, high-polish golden brass sheen with minimal surface wear. The fish features a warm antiqued patina with soft reddish highlights deep in the scale recesses. The Lions Club lion exhibits a deep bronze-gold patina with crisp, readable casting on the official logo emblem. Item Specifications Origin: Mid-Century Decorative Tradition / American Fraternal Memorabilia Materials: Cast Brass & Bronze Alloy Technique: Sand Casting, Mechanical Polishing & Relief Embossing Motifs: Stylized Swine, Scaled Open-Mouth Fish, Lions Clubs International Plinth Lion Era: Mid-to-Late 20th Century (c. 1970s–1980s) Dimensions: Pig: Approx. 4.0 in L x 2.0 in H x 1.5 in W (10.2 cm x 5.1 cm x 3.8 cm) Fish: Approx. 3.0 in L x 2.2 in H x 1.5 in W (7.6 cm x 5.6 cm x 3.8 cm) Lion: Approx. 3.0 in L x 2.0 in H x 1.0 in W (7.6 cm x 5.1 cm x 2.5 cm)
