Cartoon Clock Appraisal

Betty Boop Novelty Wall Clock

This item is a novelty wall clock featuring Betty Boop, presented in its original packaging, possibly a thin cardboard box, and shrink-wrapped. The clock itself is predominantly red, likely made from wood or a wood composite, and appears to be in an oversized square or slightly rectangular shape with a circular cutout for the clock face. The design prominently displays the character Betty Boop, likely a decal or painted image, centered on the clock face. Her hair is black, skin tone is a light tan/peach, and she wears a red dress or top, matching the clock's background color. She is depicted in a classic pose, and visible alongside her is a small white dog, likely Pudgy, another character from the Betty Boop cartoons. The words "BETTY BOOP" are clearly printed in large white block letters across the bottom portion of the clock's face. The clock mechanism itself includes a light-colored, possibly natural wood or plastic, hour hand and minute hand, which have a simple, straight stick-like design. There are no visible Arabic numerals or hour markers, suggesting the time is told by the position of the hands relative to the center. The item is in new or near-new condition, protected by the shrink wrap, indicating minimal to no wear, damage, or patina. The craftsmanship appears to be a standard mass-produced novelty item, likely from the late 20th to early 21st century given the character's enduring popularity and the style of the clock. While no maker's marks are visible due to the packaging, such items are typically licensed merchandise. The overall aesthetic is cheerful and indicative of pop culture memorabilia.