Why You’ll Love It
This whimsical miniature rocking cow is a traditional nursery toy hand-painted by artisan Barbara Cooper. Cast from metal, the cow is beautifully painted in warm brown tones reminiscent of a Jersey dairy cow, with a soft pink muzzle, and even a carefully painted udder. The cow stands atop a cheerful blue rocking base.
A wonderful primitive and folksy art piece to display in a nursery, children's bedroom, toy shop, or country farmhouse setting. It pairs beautifully with dollhouses featuring vintage or rural themes and looks especially charming alongside dolls, pull toys, and miniature nursery furnishings.
Details
Materials: Metal
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; ⅞" tall x 1⅜" long
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Artist: Barbara Cooper
Collection: Part of our Private Collection
Please Note this listing includes: The cow rocker toy only. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
