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Vintage Porcelain Clown Figurines Set of 3 Porcelana De Cuernavaca Mexico
Vintage Porcelain Clown Figurines Set of 3 Porcelana De Cuernavaca Mexico
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Overview
This fine porcelain trio features three distinct character clown figurines rendered in soft pastel tones of sky blue, muted gray, pale yellow, and blush pink under a high-luster glaze. The collection presents three unique theatrical poses: a pensive clown cradling a miniature pink blossom, a top-hatted street performer holding a double bass, and a sleepy Pierrot leaning against a vintage lamp post. Designed with expressive facial modeling and whimsical charm, this set offers a retro-pop accent for mantelpieces, curated bookcases, or credenzas in Grandmillennial, Postmodern Eclectic, or Mid-Century decor settings.
Cultural & Artistic Background
Crafted in Mexico by Porcelana de Cuernavaca S.A., this set reflects late 20th-century ceramic giftware traditions that adapted classical European Pierrot and circus iconography for home decor. Slip-cast in smooth ceramic porcelain, each figure demonstrates careful mold construction and fine color glaze application. The underside retains original factory paper stickers marking production by Porcelana de Cuernavaca S.A. along with inventory pattern stamp number 3044.
Condition & Surface Character
All three pieces maintain structural integrity with no chips, cracks, or porcelain fractures. The high-gloss glaze preserves vibrant, smooth surface reflectivity across all figures. Hand-applied details, including the delicate flower petals and facial features, remain intact. Undersides display light age-appropriate shelf contact wear and mild adhesive discoloration on the maker labels.
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 7.0 – 7.3 inches
Width/Diameter: 4.2 – 5.2 inches
Depth: 3.0 – 3.5 inches
Weight Profile: Moderate (Combined Trio Set)
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