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Author: spinchip

Black chalkware figurine

Lady bust by Duron – Reg 886945 / 6067

This is another example of a Duron, given the product code 6067 and the familiar features. However, this registration application … More

Raw chalkware figurines

Donkeys by Paoli – Reg 883533 / 416 B

I can only find two examples from Paoli that are in this style, the other being the Elephant. The piece was … More

Raw chalkware figurines

Pair of lady busts – Reg 886944 / 6064

I am pretty certain that this is a pair of Duron lady busts as it has a product code of … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Lady by Duron – Reg 885749 / 6026

One of the finest examples of Duron chalkware (in my opinion). In this example, the ladies head is turning to … More

African head bust in chalkware on white base

Lady bust by Duron – Reg 885747 / 6015

This is another example of Duron pieces that were registered on 5th February 1959 by Löhnberg. More information can be … More

African style head made of chalkware

Lady bust by Duron – Reg 885746 / 6014

[September 2021] The item came up for auction on eBay, hence the colour images. A great example of a Duron … More

Front face shot of a fox figurine made of chalkware

Fox figurine by Duron – Reg 885745 – 6040

[September 2021] My wife managed to pick this up on an auction site. It’s great to see it in the … More

Black chalkware figurine of a horse

Duron horse – Reg 885743 / 6038

This is the sixth piece in a 8-piece series with an animal theme. As per the other pieces, it was … More

Front shot of a tall black cat figurine made of chalkware

Long necked cat by Duron – Reg 885742 / 6037

[September 2021] – My wife managed to find this lovely piece and very pleased to now see it in her … More

Black figurine in chalkware of squirrel

Felix the cat by Duron – Reg 885741 – 6036

This is the 4th piece in an 8-piece collection with a theme and was registered on 5th February 1959 as … More

Seated chalkware figurine of elephant

Elephants by Paoli – Reg 883532 / 420 B

I remember when these entered into our collection. We were really hoping these would be by Duron, but alas they … More

Raw chalkware figurine of a rabbit

Bunny lamp by Paoli – Reg 883531

Another great example of work by Paoli while I was researching for Duron figurines. A couple of bunnies at the … More

Tall giraffe

Giraffe lamp by Pogi – Reg 883416

This is a giraffe leaning against a tree. I found it while I was researching for Duron pieces. There is … More

Black chalkware figurine

Duron Squirrel – Reg 885737 / 6032?

A lovely example of a bookend with a difference. This was registered on 5th February 1959 and has a similar … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Chipmunk by Paoli Bros – Reg 883530

One of a pair, the other being the Female Chipmunk by Paoli Bros. and registered on 15th March 1957. Do you have … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Chipmunk by Paoli Bros – Reg 883529

One of a pair, the other being the laughing male chipmunk, this was registered on 15th March 1957 as a … More

Raw chalkware lamp

Pogi lamp holder Reg 883415

I found these during the hunt for more Duron examples. It was registered on 22nd March 1957 as a table electrical … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Accordion by Dino Romei Reg 887140

I have included this one by Dino Romei (registered 3rd March 1958) for completeness as it was listed as a … More

Black chalkware figurine

Male by Menesini – Reg 888926 / CL101

Here is another great example of a bust that looks like a DURON, but isn’t. You may even be forgiven … More

male
Black chalkware figurines

Pair of lady busts Reg 887413 / B.L. 14

The boy with the white scarf was the first piece that my wife ever found. Here is a great example … More

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