Red Balloon, Much Loved c. 1930s Enamel Painted Tin Child's Cup 19th century playing cards Minor surface dings here and

Minor surface dings here and there

and who look like he's taking his job quite seriously

but for the most part the wear is very much to the good

The effect is to make him (I believe) appear as if a clown or thespian midway in the process of removing his makeup--and baring his true self

Red Balloon, Much Loved c. 1930s Enamel Painted Tin Child's Cup 19th century playing cards Minor surface dings here andSuch a charmer of a child's cup, unmarked but which a little research tells me is likely German, c. 1930s. What a fabulous color scheme on this child's outfit, right down to the white clogs, all just right against that excellent blue. And then these terrific green trees and best of all bright red balloon, floating off into the distance. Charming, and a but winsome too. 3" d x 3 15 16" across at handle; 2 15 16" t. Wear erosion to the enamel around the