Decorative ornament - Netherlands - Hot air balloon

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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Decorative hanging ornament in the shape of a classic hot air balloon with a woven basket and three hand-painted figures, made of wood and ceramic, dating from 1970–1980, with a height of 55 cm, width 25 cm and depth 25 cm, weight 1.2 kg, origin the Netherlands, and noting one arm of a figure is broken.

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Decorative hanging object in the shape of a classic hot air balloon with basket and passengers.
The balloon features panels in warm red and natural tones and is hand-painted.

The balloon and the figures are made of wood and ceramic, which provides a detailed finish and a relatively solid weight.
Below the balloon hangs a woven basket (rattan/reed) with three hand-painted figures peering over the edge.
The basket is equipped with decorative fabric sandbags, giving the piece a nostalgic and playful character.

The object is intended as a decorative hanging ornament and has a metal hanging hook on the top.

Attention: one arm of a figure is broken (see close-up photo).

Condition:
Good vintage condition.
One arm of a figure is missing (see last photo)
Light wear and small traces of paint
Rope and fabric show signs of use
Structure otherwise stable
See photos for an accurate impression of the condition.

Dimensions:
Height: 55 cm.
Width: 25 cm.
Depth: 25 cm.
Weight: 1.2 kg.

The lot is carefully packed and sent by registered mail, insured with a tracking number.
Pickup by arrangement also possible.

Decorative hanging object in the shape of a classic hot air balloon with basket and passengers.
The balloon features panels in warm red and natural tones and is hand-painted.

The balloon and the figures are made of wood and ceramic, which provides a detailed finish and a relatively solid weight.
Below the balloon hangs a woven basket (rattan/reed) with three hand-painted figures peering over the edge.
The basket is equipped with decorative fabric sandbags, giving the piece a nostalgic and playful character.

The object is intended as a decorative hanging ornament and has a metal hanging hook on the top.

Attention: one arm of a figure is broken (see close-up photo).

Condition:
Good vintage condition.
One arm of a figure is missing (see last photo)
Light wear and small traces of paint
Rope and fabric show signs of use
Structure otherwise stable
See photos for an accurate impression of the condition.

Dimensions:
Height: 55 cm.
Width: 25 cm.
Depth: 25 cm.
Weight: 1.2 kg.

The lot is carefully packed and sent by registered mail, insured with a tracking number.
Pickup by arrangement also possible.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
1.2 kg
Title additional information
Hot air balloon
Material
Ceramic, Wood
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
55 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
Sold by
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Objects sold
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