{"product_id":"1950s-60s-alexander-backer-abco-gold-chalkware-cherub-compote-11-5","title":"1950s–60s Alexander Backer ABCO Gold Chalkware Cherub Compote – 11.5”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful statement piece from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlexander Backer Co. (ABCO) of New York\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this vintage chalkware pedestal compote features a sculpted cherub supporting an ornate classical bowl above his head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece is finished in a warm metallic gold and features wonderful dimensional details—from the cherub’s curls and draped fabric to the fluted bowl, decorative scroll handles, and ornate base. The aged gold finish gives it an especially rich Old World look that works beautifully with traditional, European-inspired, Hollywood Regency, and collected vintage décor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece bears the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABCO \/ Alexander Backer maker’s mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the back and retains its felt-covered base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect displayed on a mantel, console table, bookshelf, entryway table, or vanity. The upper bowl can also be styled as a decorative catchall or filled with small seasonal accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alexander Backer Co. (ABCO), New York\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cherub \/ putti pedestal compote\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chalkware \/ plaster\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-painted metallic gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Made in USA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11 1\/2 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrnate handled pedestal bowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpressed ABCO maker’s mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFelt-covered bottom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno structural chips or cracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The gold-painted finish shows age-related wear, including areas of paint loss, chipping, scuffs, and surface wear. These areas expose some of the lighter chalkware beneath and contribute to the piece’s authentic aged character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description and show the condition and finish wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flea \u0026 Frame Home Decor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48834508357789,"sku":null,"price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/5313\/2189\/files\/IMG-4039.png?v=1787610772","url":"https:\/\/fleaandframe.com\/products\/1950s-60s-alexander-backer-abco-gold-chalkware-cherub-compote-11-5","provider":"Flea \u0026 Frame Home Decor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}