A characterful vintage Britains milkman figure in hand painted lead, dressed in traditional working clothes with an articulated arm that gives this little farm figure an appealing sense of movement.
Made by Britains Ltd, this miniature captures one of the familiar working characters associated with everyday British village and farm life. The milkman was once a recognisable part of the countryside, delivering fresh milk from house to house, making this tiny figure a lovely reminder of a much more familiar rhythm of daily life.
The articulated arm is a particularly charming detail, adding movement and individuality to the figure. Combined with the hand painted finish and traditional working attire, it gives him the character of a tiny person caught in the middle of his daily work.
The paint has naturally worn over the years, leaving an honest vintage surface that reflects his age and history. Despite this, the figure remains structurally sound and retains plenty of its original character.
A small but wonderfully evocative piece of British rural life, brought to life in just a few centimetres.
Details
Type: Farm figure
Maker: Britains Ltd
Material: Hand painted lead
Era: Mid century or earlier
Character: Milkman
Feature: Articulated moving arm
Dimensions
Height: 5.5 cm
Width: 2 cm
Depth: 1.5 cm
Condition
Vintage condition with paint loss and wear consistent with age and use. Structurally sound. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Please note
This is an original vintage lead figure intended for adult display only. It is not suitable for children due to its age, material and small parts.
Shipping
Carefully packed and dispatched from Surrey.
Free UK delivery.
