{"product_id":"vintage-brass-animal-figurine-set-pig-fish-lions-club-lion-statue-paperweight-3","title":"Vintage Brass Animal Figurine Set Pig Fish Lions Club Lion Statue Paperweight 3","description":"\u003cp\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Historical Background\u003cbr\u003eBrass 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:\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003eTogether, this set offers a charming blend of whimsical mid-century brassware and authentic American fraternal collectibles.\u003cbr\u003eVintage Condition Notes\u003cbr\u003eAll 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.\u003cbr\u003eItem Specifications\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Mid-Century Decorative Tradition \/ American Fraternal Memorabilia\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Cast Brass \u0026amp; Bronze Alloy\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: Sand Casting, Mechanical Polishing \u0026amp; Relief Embossing\u003cbr\u003eMotifs: Stylized Swine, Scaled Open-Mouth Fish, Lions Clubs International Plinth Lion\u003cbr\u003eEra: Mid-to-Late 20th Century (c. 1970s–1980s)\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003ePig: 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)\u003cbr\u003eFish: 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)\u003cbr\u003eLion: 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)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belle Afrik Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60049624072478,"sku":"BA-0855","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/5176\/7326\/files\/il_fullxfull.8292639894_t17e.jpg?v=1790372022","url":"https:\/\/belleafrikarts.com\/products\/vintage-brass-animal-figurine-set-pig-fish-lions-club-lion-statue-paperweight-3","provider":"Belle Afrik Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}