Bordallo Pinheiro Portugal Antique Turkey Toothpick Thanksgiving Majolica

Description

Bordallo Pinheiro Portugal 19th Century Antique Turkey Toothpick Dispenser. This is the male turkey. There is also a smaller female one.
A rare figurine by Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro. The toothpick holder with a double use decorative/utilitarian was an object very common during the 19th century. Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro designs a collection of animal toothpick holders with the naturalist characteristics of Bordallo’s ceramic designs. Excellent condition. Came from the home of a woman from England who took very good care of all her art pottery pieces. No chips or breaks
Collection: Toothpick Dispensers
Product Type: Bordallo Pinheiro
Material Type: Earthenware
Piece Type: Toothpicks
Distinctive Features: Elements painting by hand
About 7 inches by 4 inches. Impressive on any table.