Vintage Marwal Chalkware Bust of a Man in a Turban

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number640
Estimate200.00 - 400.00 USD
AuctionAugust Collectible Auction !!! Starting $5!!
DateAugust 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT
Auction houseMiami Auctions and Appraisal LLC
LocationSeymour, Indiana

This vintage bust depicts a man wearing a turban and a neatly trimmed beard. The figure has a rich, dark complexion, with painted brown eyes and bright orange lips. The turban is rendered in a creamy, off-white hue with subtle striations suggesting fabric folds. The clothing visible at the base appears to be a reddish-orange collar, possibly part of a traditional garment. The material is chalkware, a molded composite, with a glossy finish. The overall aesthetic suggests a decorative piece, possibly from the mid-20th century, intended to evoke an exotic or historical figure. This bust is identified as a Marwal Industries product.

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