Description: This is a vintage cast metal figurine of a fisherman and his caught fish, manufactured in Japan in the 1940s. It is a single unit souvenir from Fisherman's Grotto in San Francisco, featuring a fisherman theme. The figurine is made of metal and is an original piece. The attention to detail is exquisite. The classic fisherman yellow rain jacket and pipe he has his hands in his pockets to keep warm while his catch of the day hangs behind him with a singular metal strand designed to look like rope, he stands 3-inches tall, 1-inch wide. The fish has remarkable detail and the paint colors are emblematic of pastel enamel executed in the late 1940's early 1950's. At the bottom of the base in that light red/orange color reads Fisherman's Grotto Made in Japan. Fisherman's Grotto is a famous landmark in San Francisco, established in 1935 by Mike Geraldi, the first sit down restaurant in the Wharf. This is the original, authentic, Fisherman's Grotto 1940's souvenir, the real thing, not a reproduction, It is a very RARE piece, and the condition is fabulous, one tiny chip on his pipe. You can make him yours. From a pet free, smoke free, home. Just a reminder, please review my other listings. Thank you.
Price: 325 USD
Location: Gretna, Virginia
End Time: 2024-10-18T20:27:34.000Z
Shipping Cost: 8 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Primary Material: Metal
Type: Sculpture
Country/Region of Origin: Japan
Military Branch: All
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Time Period, War: 1930's
Maker: Made in Japan
