Vintage Western Germany Wooden Shoe Mold Ohio_souvenir_plate Nice symbolism in the plate

Nice symbolism in the plate

The Victorian era illustrated book was published in 1900 by Charles Scribner's Sons

The ceramic piece measures approximately 4 1/2" tall x 6" wide

The duck measures approximately 4 1/2" tall and is in wonderful vintage condition with flaking paint

I love this plate

Vintage Western Germany Wooden Shoe Mold Ohio_souvenir_plate Nice symbolism in the plateA vintage wood shoe mold; found in New England, home to many shoe manufacturers through the midcentury. The mold is has several markings including Made in Western Germany, Fagus, 6 D, D 19420. There is metal on the top with a hole for the manufacturing process. The form measures approximately 9 1 2" long by 3 1 2" wide. This is a wonderful piece of home decor or for the collector. Great patina and a nice design.