Vintage 1940's Chalkware Lafayette Rittger's Wrestler Boxer Sports Coach Trainer

Description: Welcome toCelestial Nonesuch For Sale Today: Vintage 1940's Chalkware Lafayette Rittger's Wrestler Boxer Sports Coach Trainer Rittgers figures peaked in popularity during the early 1940s. However, three of these 13 statues are truly one of a kind, as three baseball figures (two arguing players and an umpire) are distinguished by the year 1939 carved into the backs of their legs. Finding Rittgers characters prior to 1941 is extremely rare as these may have been prototypes or part of a special collection meant to be sold at the opening of the Hall of Fame Museum in Cooperstown. The other items in this lot are from the 1940s. The Lafayette Rittgers Studio of Chicago was responsible for manufacturing these compelling works, with their comically expressive faces Overall, fair condition. Appears to be a repair on the chin. Some loss present to the shoes. Some loss of color present. Some discoloration present. Exhibits signs of age such as surface wear and weathering. As they are part of the description, please enlarge all photographs to better ascertain details and condition.Dimensions: Height 6 1/4"Width 3 5/8" Message us if making multiple purchases and we can combine shipping costs!We ship promptly and take great care during the shipment process, please see our feedback!International buyers, please be aware of all applicable taxes, import costs and other associated fees required by your local and federal governments.The packing peanuts we use are recyclable: #6 Thank you for shopping with usFollow us for quality items and other assorted Celestial Nonesuch

Price: 35 USD

Location: Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania

End Time: 2024-09-11T00:27:14.000Z

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