Lot of 4 Vintage World Travel Christmas Ornaments | Wood Clown, German Pfennig Doll, Taos Drum, Hand-Painted Poppy Ball | Estate Collection
$24.00
Lot of four vintage travel ornaments from an avid world traveler—wood clown, German pfennig doll, Taos drum, and hand-painted poppy ball. Unique and charming!
DETAILS
Set Includes (4 total ornaments):
1• Wood Clown Ornament – approx. 3 in tall, red with yellow polka dots, articulated arms, hand-painted details, hanging loop.
2• Wooden Doll Ornament w/ Pfennig Coin – approx. 3 in tall, bright colors, German 1 Pfennig coin attached to belly, red hanging cord.
3• Taos Drum Ornament – approx. 3 in round × 1 in thick, hand-painted Southwest pueblo scene on one side, Kokopelli figure on the reverse, stitched rawhide edges, blue hanging cord, signed “Taos.”
4• Hand-Painted Poppy Ornament (San Gimignano) – approx. 3 in, round ceramic or clay-style ornament, vivid red poppy artwork, signed S. Gimignano referencing the historic Italian town.
∙ Materials: wood, metal coin, painted ceramic/clay, painted rawhide or parchment (Taos drum), metal ornament cap
∙ Colors: bright primary colors, natural tan, red poppy, desert earth tones, bold outlines
∙ Origin Notes: items appear to be handmade souvenirs from Germany, Italy, and the American Southwest
Perfect For: themed trees (travel, folk art, cultural), gifting, collectors of international ornaments, unique holiday décor
CONDITION
∙ All pieces show normal vintage character but remain bright, clean, and display beautifully.
∙ Paint on all items is intact with minor age rubs but no major chips or cracks.
∙ Strings/hanging loops are present and secure.
∙ Taos drum shows natural surface texture typical of handmade rawhide drums.
∙ Ceramic poppy ornament has minor crazing or natural texture visible in glaze—common in hand-painted pieces.
A wonderfully preserved set from a well-traveled collector’s estate.
COLLECTOR’S NOTES
This charming group comes from the estate of a world traveler who collected holiday ornaments from every place she visited. Each piece reflects local folk art traditions—German wooden toys, Italian ceramics, and Southwest hand-painting—making this a unique curated bundle not often found together.
Perfect for the collector who loves one-of-a-kind ornaments with a story.
DISCLAIMER
All items are vintage and may show minor signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact pieces you’ll receive—please review carefully, as they are part of the description. Colors may vary slightly depending on screen settings. These ornaments have been surface cleaned but you may wish to perform additional cleaning.
Orders are packed with great care to ensure safe arrival. If you’d like more photos or information, feel free to ask!
ABOUT READING VINTAGE
At Reading Vintage, I curate unique, well-loved books and vintage collectibles for collectors and curious minds alike.
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Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.
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Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
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With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.
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Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.
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