Vintage Marcia of California "Calory Hippy" Hippo Cookie Jar | USA Bisque Ceramic
$ 125.00
This charming Marcia of California “Calory Hippy” Hippopotamus bisque ceramic
cookie jar is a delightful example of mid-century California pottery. Featuring an expressive hippo with hand-painted details, black-tipped toes, blue eyeshadow, and bright yellow suspenders, this piece captures the playful humor that made Marcia of California collectibles so beloved. The front reads “Calory Hippy,” adding to its vintage novelty appeal. The lid forms the hippo’s head with the sculpted pose giving the jar wonderful personality whether displayed in a kitchen, pantry, or cookie jar collection.USA Marcia is impressed on the lower back.Measures 11 1/4" in height with an 8" width and 7" depth.For its age it is in good vintage condition. There are areas with paint loss and the inside has crazing with discoloration. A tip of one ear appears to have a chip that was painted at one point. Imperfections shown in pictures. Friendly reminder that vintage items may have imperfections due to age, previous use, or manufacturing blemishes consistent with the era of their origin. Carefully review photos as they are part of each item's description. I do note in the description any flaws I have found.Please note color may vary slightly due to different lighting or phone/computer settings.If you have any questions about any items please feel free to message me. Thank you.
cookie jar is a delightful example of mid-century California pottery. Featuring an expressive hippo with hand-painted details, black-tipped toes, blue eyeshadow, and bright yellow suspenders, this piece captures the playful humor that made Marcia of California collectibles so beloved. The front reads “Calory Hippy,” adding to its vintage novelty appeal. The lid forms the hippo’s head with the sculpted pose giving the jar wonderful personality whether displayed in a kitchen, pantry, or cookie jar collection.USA Marcia is impressed on the lower back.Measures 11 1/4" in height with an 8" width and 7" depth.For its age it is in good vintage condition. There are areas with paint loss and the inside has crazing with discoloration. A tip of one ear appears to have a chip that was painted at one point. Imperfections shown in pictures. Friendly reminder that vintage items may have imperfections due to age, previous use, or manufacturing blemishes consistent with the era of their origin. Carefully review photos as they are part of each item's description. I do note in the description any flaws I have found.Please note color may vary slightly due to different lighting or phone/computer settings.If you have any questions about any items please feel free to message me. Thank you.
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