I can't believe a week has flown by since our last Blue Monday. As always, our hostess with the mostest is Smiling Sally. Be sure to go to her blog to find all the other Blue Monday bloggers.
Valentine's Day is almost here! I'll show some of my Valentine decorations for Tablescape Thursday and Friday Show and Tell. Today, let's take a look at some of my favorite romantic figurines.
I love old figurines. Today's figurines just don't have the same vintage faces, the coloring of the old ones.
Many years ago, Mr. Dumpling went to an estate auction by himself. I usually don't let him do this. He's still a "man" after all and can make some strange purchases. However, he came home with these!
They each stand almost 10" tall and are marked "Hand Painted Japan".
The detailing is amazing. His suit is a deep navy although it looks black in the pictures.
Notice he has his hat in one hand and flowers in the other. I think he's ready to propose!
Her dress has beautiful details in shades of blue, aqua and a soft yellow.
She's playing a little coy but I bet she says "yes"!
Last year, we found the sweetest little double ink well. You don't see the double ink wells very often and not in such excellent condition. It was made in Austria.
Her little dress is the softest blue with a little green bonnet. So sweet!
Aren't the little faces just adorable?
Both sides are hinged for the ink well to open.
The last couple were a find in a local shop. They are made by Ucago (Japan).
These were from Mr. Dumpling. I had admired them in a local shop. They "spoke to me" because of the little violets on her dress. I'm a Feb. baby and have always loved violets!
Have you pulled out your romantic items? Is love in the air at your home?
25 comments:
Hi Judy Bug! What gorgeous figurines! I'd say your DH "done good"! I love the ink well! You have some really pretty ones! Have a great week...Debbie
Hi Judy! Those are some very lovely figurines! Very detailed and the colors are beautiful! I'll bet those are really worth a lot of $$.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Judy Bug
GORGEOUS figurines! All the detail! Such beautiful colors!
Thanks for sharing them with us!
Susan
What beautiful figurines! The are definitely romantic! I love the violets on the skirt also! :D Jewel
So romantic! And yes, romance is definitely in the air in my home. We just celebrated our anniversary on the 1st of February! Happy Blue Monday to you!
I like your figurines; they're each quite special. Keep that man of your; he sounds like a winner. Thanks for sharing. Happy Blue Monday.
Your figurines are beautifully designed and very well made...love the colors and little details.
Oh Judy your figurines are just precious!
Such pretty figurines! Thanks for sharing them with us, Judy!
Love your pretty figurines...perfect for Blue Monday! Have a good one!
I've never seen porcelain ink wells. All of the figurines are very pretty!
Judy Bug, these figurines are LOVELY! I love them all, but I particularly like the violets on the blue dress... and what a gorgeous shade of blue! Your husband gets big brownie points for these!
Happy Blue Monday!
XO,
Sheila :-)
The figurines are beautiful. There is so much attention to detail. My very favorite has to be the one with the double ink wells. Happy Blue Monday!
Sweetie
Hi Judy Bug!! These are the most amazing figurines.. just beautiful.. you're right the details are incredible. Thanks for the visit to see the hutch full of blue memories.. Happy Blue Monday to you my friend. hugs ~lynne~
Sweet purchases! I too love the violets on the dress.
Kathy b
Hi Judy
I have never seen inkwells like that with beautiful figurines. I say you could let your hubby go to auctions if thats what he comes home with.
All the figurines, vintage I agree have beautiful faces.
Thank you for sharing.
Hope you have a lovely day
Judi
All of these figurines spoke to me! They are so pretty, and you're right, their faces have personality, unlike some that are made today. I loved the "proposal" set. Those colors are amazing. Thank you for sharing these. laurie
These are just darling little figurines! I love them:-)
They are perfect for any Romantic Cottage! Happy Blue Monday!
Hi Judy Bug! Boy you have some nice figurines. So pretty. I pulled out my heart shaped pans to make a Red Velvet cake in :0)
Happy Blue Monday to you!
Mr Dumpling (how cute) is such a Sweetie! He sure made the right choice! Your little figurines are darling! ~ Robyn
Very pretty - really like the detail in the pieces. Hope you are having a good evening.
Glenda
Hello and thank you so much for stopping by and leaving such a sweet comment. Beautiful figurines!
Bless you, Shirl
Shirls Rose Cottage
Hello Judy, I love the ink well figurines too, such beautiful details. you and hubby have a unique and special collection there, happy blue monday, Kathy.
Pretty, pretty figurines!
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