Are Bunnykins collectable?
They are rare and prized, once used by Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret, and as gifts in middle-class English homes. The Bunnykins design was retired in WWII and reintroduced in 1969. It continued to be produced in England until 2005 and later was made in Asia. Bunnykins 1930 pieces have become very rare.
Is Peter Rabbit a Rabbitkins?
Bunnykins figurines are based on drawings by Barbara Vernon, a 1930s English nun. The popular figurines of Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny and Jemima Puddle Duck are based on Beatrix Potter`s children`s stories.
Are Bunnykins still made?
Discontinued during World War II, Bunnykins figurines were not reintroduced until 1969. Bunnykins continued to be produced in England until 2005. Bunnykins figurines and tableware are currently produced in Asia.
Where does the Royal Doulton Bunnykins come from?
From the 1980s, until the present day, Royal Doulton continues to produce Bunnykins pieces all inspired from original artworks and designs. The Bunnykins items were all produced in England up until 2005 when they began being produced in Asia. Who Purchases Bunnykins Items?
Who is the biggest collector of Bunnykins in Australia?
There is one lady who lives in Erskine, Western Australia who is said to have the largest Bunnykins collection that she has added to over the past 25 years. Christine Robinson has a growing collection of over 350 Bunnykins pieces from ornaments, to plates and mugs.
What are the names of the Bunnykins figurines?
The Bunnykins figurine line is famous for the large number of professions, historical and literary figures, and traditional costumes interpreted as rabbits. Named figurines include Policeman Bunnykins, Nurse Bunnykins, Sir Lancelot Bunnykins, Betsy Ross Bunnykins, Lapplander Bunnykins, Fortune Teller Bunnykins, and more.
When did Charles Noke make the first Bunnykins?
Figurines by Charles Noke featuring various Bunnykins characters began in 1939. The first line consisted of only six designs. All factories were closed for the duration of World War II, bringing production to a halt, and thus these six figurines have also become very rare.
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