Glass Eyed Nipper on ebay, maker and material unknown

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Glass Eyed Nipper on ebay, maker and material unknown

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Not mine. I know nothing about this one, but the quality looks very good. Maybe some forum member could shed some light on this one. Great expression and the glass eyes are a nice touch. He sure would look nice sitting in front of a horned machine.

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Django wrote:Not mine. I know nothing about this one, but the quality looks very good. Maybe some forum member could shed some light on this one. Great expression and the glass eyes are a nice touch. He sure would look nice sitting in front of a horned machine.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-Vintage-V ... 3610943683

It is, as you say, a very nice nipper. Possibly the nicest I have seen. Is he a bit thinner than usual - probably just my imagination ? Maybe a young puppy version :)

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That's a very recent reproduction and should have a low price.

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As reproductions go, it's the only one that I like. It doesn't have the hound look. I may go for it anyway. Does anyone have any background on these? Value as a decorative piece?

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PROVENANCE

"We were unable to locate any maker marks on the statue, and we do not have any paperwork on this piece"

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Django wrote:As reproductions go, it's the only one that I like. It doesn't have the hound look. I may go for it anyway. Does anyone have any background on these? Value as a decorative piece?

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If you really like it $199 is OK but a little bit heavy it isn't at all original

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I have this same Nipper that I bought about 10 years ago, for $35.00. It is make from a hard, fragile resin. Yes, it looks good, but the price is very steep. For $199.00, or cheaper, you can get a decent, original paper mache' Nipper. Be patient, and you'll find one.
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Thanks to all for the feedback. I am not very knowledgeable when it comes to Nippers. Still, a nice looking figure for display, (most realistic anyway), but too steep for me I guess, so I will pass.

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There was a 11" pliable plastic Nipper at Orlando for only $85. It's an authentic Nipper and seems like a better value to me. The next size up is even a better size to display with a machine. Jerry B.

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