Figurine, Sports Pixie / Elf with Baseball Bat, Red Suit, Miniature Porcelain, Vintage

• Vintage Figurine, Sports Pixie / Elf Holding Baseball Bat, Hand Painted Porcelain, Holiday Decor, Japan Imports, Christmas Mid Century Collectibles, Retro Kitsch, Arts & Crafts, (Discontinued)
• Vintage: 1950's 
• Made in: Japan
• Details:  This charming mid-century pixie elf miniature, captures the whimsy of vintage holiday décor. Hand-painted in bright red and holding a yellow baseball bat, he is ready to join the team.  These miniatures were typically Bone China, however, this one is unmarked, so we're listing it as Porcelain.  It retains its original store label, showing this was sold at McCrory's (1882 - 1992).   These are becoming harder to find, especially in this wonderful condition.  It will bring a touch of nostalgia to any seasonal display or curated collection.  Great for arts and crafts projects.
• Material:  Porcelain
• Dimensions:  Approx.  2.25 inches Tall, 1.5 inches Wide (at widest point)
• Condition:  Vintage - Used.  Excellent / Pristine Condition.  Please note size. There are no chips, no scratches, no damage at all.  Please review all pictures and make sure you love this item before purchasing, we can't accept returns.  Please remember these are VINTAGE and ANTIQUE items, they are NOT new, every effort has been made to show any scratches, wear and tear and imperfections. 

McCrory Stores or (J.G. McCrory's) was a beloved chain of five and dime stores in the United States. John McCrorey opened his first McCrory store in Scottdale, Pennsylvania, in 1882.  (Woolworth opened in 1879 and were direct competitors throughout their history). The stores typically sold shoes, clothing, housewares, fabrics, penny candy, toys, cosmetics, and often included a lunch counter or snack bar.   By 1989, McCrory was operating 1,300 stores.  Unfortunately, in the early 1990's competition from Target and Walmart affected McCrory's and by 1992 the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. A fun fact, Mr. McCrorey dropped the "e" from his last name to avoid paying for extra letters on his store signs.