Vintage 1940s US Zone Germany Papier Mache Turkey Candy Container Thanksgiving For Sale

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Vintage 1940s US Zone Germany Papier Mache Turkey Candy Container Thanksgiving:
$30.00

Vintage German Thanksgiving turkey candy container, made during the post-WWII U.S. occupation period.

Marked on bottom:

US Zone Germany

This marking generally dates the piece to approximately 1945–1949.

Hand-painted papier-mâché/composition turkey with black body, red head, blue-gray face detail, striped tail feathers and green removable base. The base opens to allow the figure to be used as a candy container.

Measures approximately 3½–4 inches tall.

Condition: Original vintage condition with noticeable age wear. Paint loss, cracking/crazing, scuffs and chips are visible, especially around the red head/neck area. Tail and body remain intact and the original bottom label is present. Please review all photos closely for exact condition.

A nice example of early postwar German holiday folk art and Thanksgiving décor.