Mushrooms - Vintage

Mushrooms have long been associated with Fairies, magical powers and mystery (particularly surrounding their sudden appearance and unusual forms). Their alternate name of "toadstool" gives a sense of the whimsy of nature. We know they also have strong chemical compounds, nutritional value, and certain varieties are highly sought for their gastronomic qualities. They are considered good luck symbols in Germany and other parts of Europe. Mushroom ornaments some of the oldest forms of European Christmas ornaments and are part of the long tradition of celebrating the wonders of nature within our Christmas traditions.

	3-241	10.00	Fat Mushroom This is a mushroom with character! It's short, squat form makes it quite distinctive. It is unsilvered, painted with a matte white paint with nice highlights of orange-red. Nice mold details. Bottom clip. Good condition.	2.5 x 1.5 Russia	1
	3-265	8.00	Bumpy Mushroom This mushroom has prominent raised bumps, highlighted with white,  on its rose-colored head. The stem has a raised ridge with gold highlights. This ornament is the largest of the mushrooms on this page. Very good condition.	3.0 x 1.5 Russia	1
	3-266	7.00	This Narrow Mushroom is fairly primitive in its design. The cap has raised dots for texture. There is a raised band around the stem. The base is painted green.	2.75 x 1.0 Russia	1
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