Britains 1920s Deer Tiny Lead Woodland Animal Figure

A graceful tiny 1920s Britains deer in hand painted lead, with soft fawn colouring and an elegant standing pose that captures the quiet character of the woodland.

At approximately 3 cm, this little deer has a lovely presence despite its small scale. The slender form and gentle stance give it a natural quality, while the softly aged fawn finish adds warmth and character.

Made by Britains Ltd during the 1920s, this early animal figure reflects the company’s skill in recreating familiar countryside subjects in miniature. The simple modelling captures the essential character of the deer without losing the delicate quality that makes these small early figures so appealing.

The deer brings a different quality to the collection, moving from the farmyard into the woodland and countryside beyond. Its graceful form works particularly well amongst the smaller rabbits, squirrel and birds, creating a lovely sense of the wider natural world represented by these early Britains figures.

A quietly elegant little deer from the 1920s, with soft colouring and the gentle character of an early woodland miniature.

Details

Type: Countryside animal figure
Maker: Britains Ltd
Era: 1920s
Material: Hand painted lead
Design: Deer
Colour: Soft fawn
Scale: Tiny miniature

Dimensions

Approx. 3 cm

Condition

Good vintage condition with age related paint wear. The figure remains structurally sound.

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