R230 Primitive Chalkware Crouching Rabbit

The Artistry

Historic Patina. Measuring approximately 6 inches wide, the R230 Folk Art Crouching Rabbit is hand-cast from a vintage German-style chocolate mold. This piece captures the low, quiet silhouette often found in early American primitive carvings, making it a favorite for collectors of traditional folk art.

To achieve an authentic appearance, I hand-mix pigments to replicate the specific muted shades found in 19th-century pieces. This custom color-matching, combined with a meticulous antiquing process, creates the soft, time-stained patina of a centuries-old heirloom. The craftsmanship ensures each rabbit possesses the warmth and character of the German chalkware tradition.

Product Details: Each figure is individually hand-cast and hand-painted. Every piece is signed, numbered, and dated on the bottom: Bittersweet House Folk Art, Kathryn Campbell.

Styling Ideas

This crouching figure is perfectly sized to nestle among a collection of antique pantry boxes or rest atop a fireplace mantel alongside early treenware and hand-forged iron. In a primitive country setting, it displays beautifully on a simple wooden shelf or as part of a quiet tabletop vignette featuring natural textures like dried herbs or linen.