13" Antique Papier Mache Blue Bobby Policeman Candy Container

Description this item is an antique papier-mâché policeman candy container, which was a popular form of holiday and souvenir packaging in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Material and Design: These figures are constructed from molded papier-mâché and hand-painted, often depicting characters like a British "Bobby" policeman. Function: The figure is designed to hold candy or nuts, with the head usually lifting off to access the hollow body. not mint perfect but intact and not bad for his very vintage age.. little sticker underneath his feet says paper mache. About 13 inches high as you see him.. His head comes off so he can be filled with candy etc.. Description of him from online.. filed lr bin ds 2026 go by pictures, he has a rub on his left hand.. .. He is actually a darker blue than pictures, silver belt buckle and hat badge.. One piece construction for the body with the removable head.. interesting doll piece..