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An extraordinary instant collection of 6 vintage Bossons England chalkware character wall masks! Hand-painted in Congleton, England, Bossons heads are renowned worldwide for their expressive hand-sculpted details, rich matte finishes, and dimensional high-relief designs. This versatile lot features a diverse mix of international figures, historical characters, and working-class portraits:
• The Sheikh / Arab (Turbaned desert figure)
• Mr. Micawber (Dickensian character in top hat)
• Jock / Scotsman (With traditional tartan beret & pom-pom)
• Romany / Peasant (Straw hat figure)
• Pierre (Frenchman with black beret and red neckerchief)
• Sea Captain / Boatswain (In peaked officer cap)
Ideal for vintage wall art displays, tavern or den gallery walls, or resellers looking to break up a lot for individual profit. Each head includes its original recessed metal wall-hanging hook built into the back.
Features & Specifications:• Brand/Maker: W. H. Bossons Ltd. (Congleton, England)• Type: Bulk Lot / Collection of 6 Character Wall Masks• Materials: Hand-Painted Plaster / Chalkware• Color Palette: Multicolored (Navy, Red, Green, Tan, Ochre, Black)• Motif/Design: International, Maritime, and Dickensian Character Portraits• Dimensions: Approx. 5.5" to 6" Height x 3.5" to 4" Width each• Year Produced: Circa 1960s–1980s
Condition: Good to Very Good vintage condition overall. Bright paint glazes and well-preserved facial expressions. Expect light edge wear, tiny surface paint nicks, or fine rubbing typical of age and delicate chalkware plaster. No major structural cracks or restored breaks noted.
