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AgentlerTime
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« on: March 29, 2008, 06:34:06 PM »
Does anyone know anything about these?  I can't find information anywhere. Thank you.

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« Reply #1 on: May 11, 2008, 03:34:09 AM »
They are a type of Piano Baby. These are commonly called Chalkware and are made of plaster of Paris. The maker's mark is generally on the base of the back ( not the underside). They were typically awarded as prizes at Carnivals thru the 40's to late 50's
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