{"product_id":"vintage-japan-figural-look-a-like-disney-christmas-bulbs","title":"Look-a-Like Pluto, Seven Dwarf and Donald Duck Disney Christmas Light Bulbs (Set of 3) 1940s","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming set of three \u003cstrong\u003evintage Japanese figural Christmas light bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring character designs reminiscent of classic \u003cstrong\u003eDisney animation\u003c\/strong\u003e. The group includes a Pluto-like dog, a dwarf-like figure, and a Donald Duck-like character, each molded in glass with colorful painted details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bulbs retain their original small screw bases and are marked Japan. Their expressive faces, whimsical forms, and well-loved surfaces capture the nostalgic appeal of early novelty Christmas lighting. The set is offered together as a collectible display group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe figures are described as Disney-inspired look-alikes only; no Disney licensing or manufacturer attribution has been established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePluto-like dog\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003c\/span\u003eapproximately 3½\" long, including screw base and has an orange-brown body with brown ears and tail, red collar, and black painted outlines. The seated dog has an elongated neck, expressive face, and molded front legs. Scattered paint loss and wear throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eThe white molded \u003cstrong\u003edwarf-like\u003c\/strong\u003e figure is app\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eroximately 3\" long, including screw base with a rounded face, prominent nose, folded arms, and a broad cap-like head shape. Nearly all original painted decoration is missing, with only small traces of red remaining. The molded character detail remains visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eApproximately 3¼\" long, including screw base, the \u003cstrong\u003eDonald Duck-like \u003c\/strong\u003echaracter, also w\u003c\/span\u003ehite molded glass, wears a red hat, yellow shirt, red collar accents, and has purple-toned paint remnants at the feet. The figure has a projecting bill, rounded body, and hands positioned at the sides. Considerable paint wear, particularly to the shirt and facial details.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet of three vintage \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese figural Christmas\u003c\/strong\u003e light bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacter designs reminiscent of \u003cstrong\u003ePluto, a dwarf, and Donald Duck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolded glass construction with painted decorative details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall screw bases, approximately chandelier-sized\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeights range from approximately 3\" to 3½\", including screw bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold together as a collectible set with substantial age-related paint wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eFigural Christmas bulbs brought familiar characters and whimsical subjects to early electric holiday displays. Japanese manufacturers produced a wide variety of novelty forms, including figures inspired by popular animation and storybook characters. This trio is particularly appealing as a group, with three distinct personalities and original Japan markings. Their surviving molded detail and aged painted surfaces make them a nostalgic addition to a collection of vintage Christmas lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood vintage collectible condition\u003c\/strong\u003e with substantial age-related paint loss and wear. The Pluto-like dog and duck retain portions of their original colorful decoration, while the dwarf has lost nearly all of its paint except for traces of red. The metal bases show age-related discoloration and oxidation. Please review the photographs closely for the condition of each figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical disclosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage electrical items sold as collectible\/display pieces; not tested or recommended for electrical use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDisplay Appeal \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eDisplayed together, the three figures create a playful little holiday vignette. Their contrasting colors, expressive faces, and worn surfaces have the character of well-loved Christmas decorations that have been carefully saved over the years. They would be especially appealing in a vintage ornament display, a collection of figural light bulbs, or alongside other early Japanese holiday novelties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43760800399427,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Disney_Set_of_3_Look_a_Likes_2.jpg?v=1788735502","url":"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/products\/vintage-japan-figural-look-a-like-disney-christmas-bulbs","provider":"The Townhouse Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}