Mother Rabbit with Baby Bunny Chalkware

The Artistry

This 4-inch R224 chalkware mother rabbit, carrying her baby in a basket on her back, is a timeless piece designed for collectors of primitives and traditional folk art. Cast from an antique chocolate mold, the figure captures a quiet, maternal charm that transcends the Easter season.

I have hand-painted her dress in a historic Colonial Green, a hand-mixed color that provides a rich, earthy depth. Her gown features a delicate fleur-de-lis pattern, complemented by an apron inspired by historic embroidery designs. The piece is set upon a deep red base, specifically chosen to harmonize with warm wood tones and the muted palettes found in primitive and farmhouse decor.

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Styling Ideas

This piece displays beautifully nestled in a stepback cupboard, tucked into a dry sink, or arranged with stoneware and dried herbs to enhance a rustic, farmhouse-inspired vignette.

Product Details:
Bittersweet House Folk Art captures the character and warmth of the German folk art tradition of chalkware. Each piece is individually hand-cast from an antique chocolate mold and meticulously hand-painted.

The exacting craftsmanship and attention to detail ensure a treasure that reflects our historic past and will last for generations to come. Every figure is hand-signed, numbered, and dated on the bottom: Bittersweet House Folk Art, Kathryn Campbell.